Stacy Kinney

This year, take an eco-friendly path towards health and wellness by going green at home in 2010. By now you’ve probably heard about how eating organic foods, using Earth-friendly products and reducing your carbon footprint is not only good for the environment but can help you live a longer, healthier life. But while you want to make the commitment to going green at home, you’re just not sure where to start.

Well you’re in luck because I’ve put together a few going green tips that will help you turn your life a shade greener as well as save you money in the process. It’s as simple as remembering to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Going Green is as Easy as Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

Going Green Tip #1 – Reduce

Of all the tips for going green at home, reducing your waste and consumption is probably the most challenging but also the most rewarding. The goal is to find products that help you use fewer resources and produce less waste which, in the long run, will keep your bank account nice and fat.

For example, the average family will spend a minimum of $10 per week on bottled water which adds up to over $500 per year. By purchasing a water filtration system and using reusable water bottles to make your own bottled water at home, you’ll not only save that money but you’ll prevent a over 400 plastic bottles from clogging cup landfills and water ways.

Going Green Tip #2 – Reuse

One way to save money going green this year is by reusing as much as you can. Instead of buying disposable sandwich bags, pack your kids lunch using plastic containers for food and a thermos for their favorite drink. Don’t purchase trash bags for your bathroom, use the plastic bags you get from the grocery store to line those small containers.

If you are crafty, you can give old, worn out clothing new life by turning them into pillow coverings, blankets and even restyle them into a different type of clothing. For example, turn ripped jeans into a pair of shorts or a stylish denim purse. You’re only limited by your imagination.

Going Green Tip #3 – Recycle

Some homes are going green by recycling as much as they can. Not only are they recycling consumables such as aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles and paper but they are also closing the gap by purchasing products made from recycled materials. As the demand for recycled products goes up, more and more companies will make the effort to produce them which will lead to a greener planet for all.

You should also try to purchase products that are biodegradable which means when they are thrown away, they will deteriorate quickly in an Earth-friendly way. Paper products, such as paper plates, cups and towels all have green counterparts that work just as well or better and are easier on the environment.

Going green at home doesn’t have to be a complicated task. Just remember to reduce, reuse and recycle and you’ll be living the green life in no time. If you want to take it a step further and own a green business, let me tell you about my online shopping portal that earns me cash while I go green. To learn how I am increasing my income while doing my part to save the planet visit RockYourBusinessOnline.com.

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