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Do Just One Thing for February 01, 2014

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | February 1st, 2014

2/1/14

Many of us are in the habit of using reusable bags when we go grocery shopping. One way to help us remember to use them is to leave them in the trunk of the car. But as useful as that is in reminding us, it can actually hurt our health in the long run. The environment of a trunk can be the perfect breeding ground for bacteria to grow in your bags. Use them to hold fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and other food products, and you risk cross-contaminating your groceries. Instead, keep your bags in a cool, dry environment inside your home, and wash and dry them frequently to keep them clean and sterile.

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Do Just One Thing for January 31, 2014

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | January 31st, 2014

1/31/14

Many community parks are implementing environmental improvements like recycling bins to make it easier for guests to be green. But if you’re visiting a park during a non-peak day or during an off-peak part of the season, don’t use the recycling bins or trash cans at all. Since these cans will be emptied less frequently, wild animals can get into the recyclables to root around for food. Many get their heads stuck in glass or plastic jars with no way to escape. So instead of recycling or throwing trash away, take it home with you and sort it there.

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Do Just One Thing for January 30, 2014

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | January 30th, 2014

1/30/14

Permanent ink pens are a popular choice since the ink doesn’t smudge when you make notes or sketch out ideas. But the plastic casing for indelible ink pens are hard to recycle and most likely will be thrown in the trash when the ink is gone. If you can’t live without permanent ink pens, look for newly designed stainless steel pens that are also refillable. When it’s time to replace the ink, you simply replace the cartridge and reuse the metal case. And if you ever need to recycle the pen, the stainless steel case can be easily tossed into the recycling bin.

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