7 eco-friendly alternatives for everyday used items

Extreme weather, climate change, melting glaciers, rising sea levels are few of the warning signs of global warming. These signs are unignorable. 

Global warming is the outcome of the reckless behavior of us humans. The main culprit of global warming is the careless burning of fossil fuels. 

We need to get aware of the fact that our living condition is deteriorating day by day. Some strict action has to be taken before it gets too late. 

Even small steps like replacing everyday used items with more eco-friendly choices can bring a big change. Each one of us can lend a hand in bringing change. 

Here I have listed 10 alternatives for the items we use every day. 

1. Stainless steel plastic bottles instead of disposable plastic bottles-

Instead of using and throwing plastic bottles, one can carry stainless steel or plastic water bottles. This will not only help in reducing plastic waste but will also help in saving the environment. 

2. Wooden/bamboo toothbrushes instead of plastic toothbrush-

A toothbrush has become part of our primary needs. But most of the toothbrushes present in the market are made up of plastic. 

Plastic is quite harmful to the environment. It takes millions of years to decompose. Burning it also releases toxic and harmful gases into the environment.

Opting for toothbrushes made up of wood or bamboo can significantly help the environment by reducing plastic waste.

3. Recyclable cloth bag instead of polythene bags-

Most varieties of polythene bags are made for one-time use. A significant part of landfills are files with these polythene bags. 

Recyclable cloth bags can come quite handy. We can use them again and again without harming the environment. 

4. Wooden sunglasses instead of plastic sunglasses-

Step up your fashion game by wearing stylish wooden sunglasses. You will not only look stylish but you will also feel proud for lending a hand in conserving the environment. 

5. Paper straws instead of plastic straws- 

Paper straws are more harmful and damaging to the environment than we believe them to be, especially for sea life. Fishes and other water creatures consume them and die. 

One can lend a hand in conserving the environment by pledging to use recyclable straws in place of plastic ones. 

6. Wearing clothes made up of recyclable fabric instead of polyester or nylon-

Opting for clothes made up of sustainable fabrics such as cotton or wool can largely reduce the number of clothes dumped in landfills. One can also choose to wear a second hand or used clothes.

7. Using biodegradable coffee pods instead of regular ones-

Coffee has become a major part of our everyday life. For some of us, the day doesn’t begin without a large mug of coffee. By choosing biodegradable coffee pods instead of regular coffee pods we can reduce our carbon footprint.

Adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle has become the need of the hour. We have to conserve the environment not only for us but also for the coming generations.