Be Eco-Friendly, Be Greener
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Living green is getting a lot of press lately, but did you know that it can help extend your lifespan? Some people are surprised by this fact, but it's still very true. There are lots of things that help the earth, and help improve our quality of life at the same time. From eating organically to cutting down on fuel usage, lots of things can help you live a greener and longer life. Here are a few.
By eating healthy, organic foods you are not only helping your body by giving it fresh food, you are saving the earth from being contaminated by pesticides. Organic meats help by keeping the environment free of antibiotics and growth hormones. Plus you're avoiding all those nasty things from going inside of you! By eating fresh, organic foods, you are avoiding all the processed foods that do a better job of clogging your arteries than they do of providing nutrition.
Try to drive less. By combining your errands, you not only save fuel and reduce the traffic on the roads; you are giving yourself less stress from dealing with traffic jams and other drivers. Carpool or use public transit when you can. If you choose to ride a bike or walk for some of your errands, you also get needed exercise. This will help keep your heart healthy and keep you limber and toned.
You can substitute some of your household items for more green friendly items. One such item is compact fluorescent light bulbs. These bulbs are much more energy efficient, which means that they use a lot less energy (and save you money) while being about the same price as any other light bulbs - they also last much longer than traditional incandescent bulbs.
You can do other things to make your home more comfortable and be kinder to the environment, too. For example, larger windows that are well insulated will let in more natural light, allowing you to leave your lights off more often. Compact fluorescent bulbs save energy, and in the long run, money. Leave your air conditioner off when you're away and try changing to energy efficient appliances for a much lower power bill and less waste.
Even the smallest things, like recycling your packaging, bottles, and cans can help keep your garbage bills low and cut down on your carbon footprint. Using cloth bags when shopping instead of using store provided paper and plastic will help you waste less, and you might even save a few cents on your purchase. You'll reduce litter and pollution and live in a healthier world.
It's actually pretty easy to live a greener lifestyle. You can benefit the environment and your pocketbook at the same time. You may soon find yourself looking for more ways to add a little more green to your life.
About the Author
Simon Skinner is the owner of green-base.com. Green-base.com is your base for all things green, providing news and views as well as advice and services to assist you in your new eco-friendly lifestyle! Bookmark www.green-base.com for all of your eco-friendly advice.
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