Published: May 17, 2025
Plastics
Plastics are bad for the body. I feel that in 100 years, people will look at plastics like we see leaded gas today. For that reason, I try to reduce the amount of plastic in my life.
My plastic-free replacements
| Plastic product | Plastic-free replacement | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Tupperware | Glass or stainless steel food container | |
| Plastic wrap | Cellophane or beeswax food wrap | |
| Plastic cooking utensils | Stainless steel cooking utensils | |
| Nonstick cookware | Stainless steel or cast iron cookware | |
| Plastic sponge or dish brush | Wooden dish brush with plant fiber bristles | This brush is an example. |
| Microwave popcorn | Stovetop popcorn | |
| Water bottle | soulbottles | I like the glass bottles. They use a porcelain lid and a gasket made of natural rubber. I’ve owned it for several years and have yet to break it. I do need to replace the gaskets, if I fall behind on regular cleaning. If you’re sweating the glass, they also have stainless steel bottles. |
| Laundry detergent in plastic container | Laundry detergent in aluminum or paper container | |
| Liquid or pod dishwasher detergent | Powder dishwasher detergent | |
| Disposable razor | Safety/straight razor | |
| Traditional toothpaste | Toothpaste tablets | These tablets are an example. |
| Plastic floss | Bamboo or silk floss in a glass container | This bamboo floss is an example. |
| Deodorant in plastic tube | Deodorant in paper or stainless steel tube |