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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Lily Smith

‘It’s better than plastic and cheaper’: 20 sustainable swaps that worked (and saved you money)

A range of kitchen utensils from a zero waste kitchen.
Plastic’s not fantastic: isn’t it time to think about eco-swaps? Photograph: Enrique Díaz/7cero/Getty Images

As a constant cycle of studies reveal the harm plastic does to our health – from particles found throughout our bodies to the chemicals in plastics being linked to disruptions in our sleep – it’s no wonder many of us want it eliminated from our lives.

However, after global talks on a treaty to tackle plastic pollution were left deadlocked, it’s clearer than ever that if you want to reduce your plastic consumption, it’s an issue you’ll have to tackle on your own. And many of you already are. We asked for eco-friendly swaps that have stuck, and you gave us plenty of tips: from reducing plastic in your grooming routines to savvy ways to cut down on food waste.

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