Pesticides

It has been found that the higher the level of neurotoxins, the higher the incidences of adhd, learning disabilities, autism, and now even obesity. 

Eating organic reduces pesticide exposure.  The best items to buy organic are apples and potatoes.  Eat fresh whenever you can.  If that's not possible, frozen is second best.

Another area of concern is BPA in plastic.  It is commonly referred to as #7 PC on the bottom of bottles and containers.  If the plastic is clear, assume that it has bpa.  Don't microwave in plastic.  Until the bpa in plastic is addressed, use glass containers and juice boxes.  Bpa has been found in cans, which gets absorbed into the food.


-Dr. Oz

Recycling

Recycling is a big part of my family's life.  We were probably the first family in the neighborhood to ask the city for an extra recycling bin and remove a regular trash bin.  Every bit of trash is scrutinized to determine where it should end up.

If left-over food can't be utilized by us or our pets, it is composted, along with any scraps from vegetables.  Dryer lint is also collected for the compost bin.

Whenever possible, I try to purchase items that don't have packaging or less of it.  I try to reuse what I can.  For instance, I reuse baby food jars for storing beads for my hand-crafted jewelry.

Welcome!

Thanks for visiting my new site on environmental acts!

Being conscious of my actions on the environment is a daily part of my life.  Ways that I maintain this consciousness on a regular basis include being a vegetarian.

Recycling regularly is another significant environmental act I exercise regularly.

I will be talking more about these practices and others that I follow, along with providing resources and tips.