Remember, it’s not all or nothing. You don’t have to be perfect.
It’s about doing a little better each and every day.
Consider these suggestions so we can all continue Growing Greener Families:
- Eat more plants
- Eat only what you can pronounce
- Buy organic and local whenever possible
- Learn what produce is in season in your area
- Use organic lawn treatments
- Keep your kids away from cell phones
- Reduce environmental toxin exposure
- Get a corded ear phone for your cell phone
- Reduce time with electronics and technology
- Use glass, ceramic, or stainless steel containers
- Find a greener dry cleaner and air out dry cleaning
- Use baking soda and white distilled vinegar for cleaning
- Turn off running water when brushing teeth
- Use shower filters to limit toxins going into the body
- Install a water filter at home to refill stainless water bottles
- Plant items that are indigenous to your area
- Bring your own coffee/tea mug
- Recycle all plastic and paper items
- Bring your own bags for all shopping
- Turn down the thermostat 2° in winter and up 2° in summer
