If we put the environmental issue of plastic aside (which is a huge problem!) the other issue with plastic in the kitchen is that it’s in contact with your foods, and when your plastic containers, kids plastic plates, cups, bottles and bowls become stressed, they can leach harmful materials into your foods and drinks. So how does plastic get stressed? Unfortunately easier than you think. Any exposure to heat - such as putting hot food in it, microwaving with it, running it th

It's been a year since I made the switch and here's what I have learnt and what you need to know if you starting to warm up to the idea of b

I know a lot of changes to becoming less wasteful and more sustainable require you to change your habits (such as taking keep cups with you and remembering to clean them, reusable food wraps that require you to clean after use instead of throwing out, etc) it can be a bit of a road block or deterrent when starting out. So, here are some great ways to dip your toe into the land of reducing your impact that require no changes to your habits, you just have to swap what you pick

As I get older I have become more and more aware of my consumption and impact on the world, and Christmas is one of those times what you really notice how much waste happens but at the same time you don't want to be a Grinch about Christmas!!! Here are some ways to reduce your impact this Christmas while still being as festive as ever: Avoid plastic Plastic just never goes away - it sits in landfill for thousands of years, so you really want to consider the plastic items you