Recycling can be hard... Let's make it SIMPLE! In this episode, I'll give you the do's and don'ts of recycling and explain how to read plastic numbers and recycling labels. Just because it has a recycling symbol does NOT mean it's able to be recycled in your single stream pick-up from home. 

I'll cover the importance of composting, the staggering amount of waste generated, and a cool solution for those unrecyclable plastics! (Like those snack bags and other bag-type plastics)

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00:00 Intro

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Plastic-Free July is coming to a close but that doesn't mean your efforts of using less plastic have to. Join me for a day in the life of less plastic consumption pt 1! Here are my simple sustainable swaps to get you from coffee to lunch!

Plus my beer of the week and a few codes to save you some cash!

Frownies: code SIMPLE for 10% off

Litefoot Refillery: PlasticFreeJuly 15% off

Huppy Toothpaste: PlasticFree 20% off

ClearSteam: BrookeChase 10% off 

Celebrate Plastic-Free July!  Swap these 14 plastics most found in the ocean. 

Start or improve your last-free journey in person or online at Lite Foot Company. 

More Show notes:

https://www.simplyb.world/post/celebrate-plastic-free-july-swap-these-14-ocean-invaders

You Tube Video:

https://youtu.be/zJNUb0SZZSs 

Pt 3 of my Unrecipe Series which I'm calling 'Zero Cooks' bc I give zero *cooks* (jk) it's a no-cook Asian Rainbow "Stirfry" created on accident by me using what I have in the fridge before it goes bad. It was so delicious I had to share!

Suggested Ingredients:

• purple cabbage

Simple Swap: A "use first" basket for unused veggies etc. instead of putting things in drawers where you can't see them. 

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pnOhtmexKrc 

Full show notes: https://www.simplyb.world/post/zero-cooks-my-asian-rainbow-stir-fry-unrecipe 

ClearSTEM: 10% off Code: BROOKECHASE (Cleared 20 years of hormonal acne in 7 days!) 

FROWNIES: 10% off Code: SIMPLE (Smooth wrinkles while you sleep!) 

Join me and special guest, Maria Vaughn of CORcomposting as we dive into all things composting!

• The environmental, social, and economic benefits

It is SO SIMPLE! We'll share our practical tips for getting started including methods and materials. 

"If it grows - it goes!" 

Composting has a significant environmental impact and is important in sustainable living. If you've ever wanted to get started, this episode is for you!

Learn more about CORComposting here: https://www.corcompost.com/ 

Have a question? Send us a message on Instagram: @Simp.ly.b or @corcompst

In this bonus episode, Brooke shares simple recipes to reduce food waste by using food scraps. She emphasizes the importance of not wasting food and highlights the staggering amount of food waste in the world.

Brooke provides tips on organizing the refrigerator to reduce waste and 16 simple recipes and ideas to avoid contributing to food waste. 

• The world wastes about 2.5 billion tons of food every year, with the United States discarding the most food.

For more show notes and recipes : https://www.simplyb.world/post/16-simple-scrappy-recipes 

Stop wasting food with my simple tips! First, we'll go over the simple truth with the stats on global and American food waste.  

Check out my favorite blogger @goingzerowaste on how to avoid food waste and for scraptastic recipes, tips and more! 

Beer of the week: Pacifico 

I can help! Follow me and send me a message on Instagram @Simp.ly.b Tell me what foods you waste most often and I'll help you cut back! 

HAPPY EARTH DAY! Try this #SimpleSWAP to celebrate everyday. Swap that plastic, disposable razor for a nice weighted, reusable one and never buy a whole new razor again, just blades!

The simple truth is that over 2 billion plastic razors are thrown in landfills yearly, in the USA alone! That's enough to wrap around the Earth 5 times, EVERY YEAR! Safety razors are a cost-effective and long-lasting option.

I'll tell you about my experience, the brands I've tried, and why I'll never got back a disposable one again. 

Stick around for my weekly Simple confession, Beer of the week: Compass Rose IPA, and the joke of the week.

For a great acne solution try ClearStem! To smooth wrinkles and release the tension in your forehead try all-natural alternative to botox, Frownies.

Codes:

• ClearStem: BrookeChase

• Frownies: Simple

It's a great time to try my favorite Earth-friendly brands!

• Papaya

Try it? Tell me what you think! @simp.ly.b 

Today's simple swap is to use less paper towels for cleaning up that little mess with a reusable towel instead. I know you can do it! 

The world creates 695,000 tons of paper towel waste every day! 

Learn my simple tips on how to start using reusable towels, including repurposing old towels, cutting up new ones, and few products I really like! (the Unpaper towels and Swedish towels)

My Amazon zero waste-list https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/H70N3L9P6BN2?ref_=wl_share 

Don't miss my simple confession, drink of the week, and the joke of the week has me "rolling" - pun intended. 

Use my Discount Codes:

10% off Frownies: SIMPLE

ClearStem: BrookeChase

Simply,

B. 

Earth Day Simple Swaps Series Episode #4: Why you should swap your bag of store bought lettuce for your homegrown lettuce! Imagine a world of fresh lettuce always available!  Here's why and how... it's the gift that keeps on giving and it's SO SIMPLE. 

Check out my Instagram to see my lettuce plant @Simp.ly.b 

Want more about why you should grow your own lettuce? Check out this blog: 

https://zerowastefamily.com/why-you-should-grow-lettuce