It's important to stop using disposable plastic cling wrap to cover bowls, since the material isn't recyclable and can be toxic when disposed of. A good alternative to look for is silicone lids, which create a tight seal around bowls that helps keep food fresh, and have the added benefit of being microwave safe, so you can reheat your leftovers directly from the fridge. And while silicone isn't recyclable, it is durable and reusable, so you can get years of good use from your lids before you throw them away.

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Are you grossed out when your dog drinks out of the toilet bowl? The reason your pooch may love that water is simple: It's cold, it's constantly aerated (on average, a toilet is flushed five times a day) and there's an ample supply. If you can't stop your dog from drinking from the toilet, be sure to use nontoxic cleaning supplies to keep it clean. But to change your dog's habits, consider switching to a stainless steel or ceramic water dish. These will keep the water cool and make it more appealing to him to drink from his own dish.

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It’s estimated that about 28,000 tons of single-use plastic is deposited into the ocean every single day. There are lots of ways all of us can reduce our use of plastic, ranging from saying no to bottled water to cutting back on plastic usage in things we use every day. One product growing in popularity is shampoo bars. They look like bars of soap, but are formulated to lather and clean your scalp and hair just like shampoo does. The only difference is there is no plastic bottle, and they are practically waste-free. To find shampoo bars, search online or look for them at your local health food store.

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