While plastic Easter eggs may not be the most eco-friendly invention, they are something that many kids love to search for in the backyard. But while it may seem eco-friendly to buy secondhand eggs from a thrift store, you might want to think twice. In 2008, a study was done on randomly purchased plastic eggs, and many of the eggs had high levels of lead. Since you can't tell if the lightly used eggs you buy have lead or not, they could pose a health risk. If you do buy used plastic eggs, fill them with wrapped candy. Better yet, just dye real eggs using natural dyes. Whenever you can go plastic-free, it's better for the environment.

If you had a shindig at your home and are left with half-drunk glasses of wine and stale beer in cans, there's no need to toss the drinks down the drain. You can pour the leftover vino and beer right into your compost bin. Not only is it biodegradable, your compost will love it -- the drinks are a good source of nitrogen, and the bacteria that break down the organic matter love the yeast in beer.

If you find buying organic and all-natural foods to be cost prohibitive, sign up for free coupons. The website mambosprouts.com has a free seasonal coupon book that it sends out to people who sign up. The latest book includes deals for Silk soy milk, Sun Cups and Organic Valley and Back to Nature products. Also, you can find specific coupons by going online and visiting the brands you love. They often have downloadable coupons you can use at any store that sells their products.