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Green Living Is Easier Than You Think It Is

The Seeker by The Seeker
April 10, 2020
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“Green living” and “eco-friendly” are the buzzwords of this decade. There are very few people who understand why it is essential for us to save the environment. Most individuals think that green living is something that will require a lot of effort. If you are one of those people who feel the same, then this blog is just the thing that you need to read.


Here, we have narrowed down some of the easiest and most effective ways to turn your lifestyle from harmful to green to reduce your carbon footprint.
Here you go:

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Start With What You Eat

Have you ever wondered how exactly processed food is made? Sure, it’s convenient for you just to grab the processed fruits and vegetables and go with it. But you have no idea how much of an impact it is leaving behind. Above all, processed food is not even the best option when it comes to your health. So, it only makes sense that you buy fresh and healthy foods straight from the farmers market. It is a great activity to do on the weekends. Plus, this way, you’ll be doing the earth a favor.

Go For Clean Energy Options

Energy is perhaps the largest source of pollution, hence why our globe is dealing with climate change. Lucky for you, there are many clean energy options available today. The best part is that not only are these options cheap and clean, but they are also highly efficient. So, go for the option that suits your budget and start your green living today.

Say NO to Plastic

Human activities and excessive use of plastic have been suffocating our planet. It is killing the wildlife both on land and in the depth of the oceans. The damage is already very extreme. A thing which once had so many uses has now become a threat to our existence. So, make it your utmost priority to avoid the use of plastic as much as you can. Tell yourself a thousand times a day to choose options other than plastic. And if you think a thousand is a little too much, then you definitely fail to understand the intensity of the crisis.

The Cloth is Better than Paper

Choosing paper over plastic is better, but you need to understand that it is also coming with a price that our planet has to pay. Paper is made from trees. The more paper you use, the more trees need to be cut down. So, to save the trees, there are two things that you can do:

  • Opt for cloth over plastic
  • Plant as many trees as you can

Invest in some cloth bags and take them with you wherever you go. Keep them in your car for easy access when you go to the grocery store, farmer’s market, etc. Having them with you will increase the amount that you use cloth over paper or plastic and inspire others to do the same. Imagine being able to make such a huge difference by doing the smallest of things. Pretty great, right?

So, what are you waiting for? Start living green now and save our planet one small action at a time.

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