Category: Sustainable lifestyle
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Nutribuddy Review: Eco-friendly, Convenient, Vegan Shakes
When Nutribuddy reached out to me to work together, I was a little skeptical. I have tried a number of vegan meal powders and have struggled to find one that tastes nice, is nutritional, and has a pleasant texture. Many shakes seem to be a bit chalky or bitty in texture, meaning they aren’t very…
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5 things you can start doing to celebrate Earth Day every day
This week it was Earth Day, an annual day of support for environmental protection. It was started in the 1960’s by activists to protest against increasing air and water pollution in the USA, however in recent years, it has become a day for somewhat performative statements from companies who often don’t have the environment in…
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Sustainable fashion: 5 questions to ask yourself before buying new clothes
The fashion industry is one of the worst for its negative impact on the environment. It takes roughly 1800 gallons of water to produce a new pair of jeans, and synthetic materials such as polyester can take up to 200 years to decompose in landfill. If you are looking to reduce how many new items…
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5 reasons growing your own veg is good for the planet
Since I’ve owned my own home (and therefore had my own outdoor space), I have loved growing my own fruit and vegetables. What started as a hobby became a bit of an obsession last year during lockdown, but I’ve learnt so much and I love being able to grow my own food! Not only does…
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#GoEverywhere with Royal Robbins | Sustainable Outdoor Clothing Review
No matter how you like to spend time outdoors, Royal Robbins‘ sustainable outdoor clothing collection will meet your needs. Whether you’re walking the dog, hiking, or enjoying an al fresco lunch in the park, their collection of jackets, sweaters, skirts and shorts combine functionality, practicality and style to help you #GoEverywhere. One of the things…
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Save the Bees: Creating an Eco Friendly Garden with The Grass People
What has an eco friendly garden got to do with saving the bees? Just over 18 months ago I bought my first home, and my first priority was renovating my garden. I wanted lush green grass, vibrant borders and a vegetable patch. Little did I realise my priority would shift towards finding ways to create…
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20 Sustainable Fashion Tips for an Ethical Wardrobe
One of the best ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle is by changing your relationship with fashion. In 2013, an eight-storey factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh collapsed. The infamous Rana Plaza building housed five garment factories where clothes were made for companies such as Benetton, Mango, Matalan, and Primark. Workers’ concerns over cracks appearing in…
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Small Vegetable Garden Tips – How to Grow Vegetables in a Small Space
If you’re looking to grow your own vegetables but only have a small space available, don’t fret. This post will help you create a small vegetable garden in the space you’ve got! I bought my first house just over a year ago. It’s a new-build – one of those tiny houses that is seemingly made…
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Grow Your Own Courgettes – A Guide to Growing Courgettes Yourself
One of the best ways to live a more sustainable life is by growing your own vegetables and growing courgettes is a great place to start. Courgettes are one of my favourite vegetables as they are so versatile and nutritious in cooking. In the garden, they are one of the most generous vegetables in terms…
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10 sustainable New Years resolutions you’ll keep all year long
Happy New Year! Now is the perfect time to consciously opt to be more sustainable in your everyday choices. Scrap the fad diet you won’t stick to, or joining a gym you’ll never actually turn up at. This year, choose to make a sustainable New Years resolution which you know you won’t break! Lower your…
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