How to bring green to your lunch in a few simple ways

We all eat lunch everyday but what we don’t realize is how much waste we produce in a single meal. The amount of paper and plastic we use every day for sandwiches, cookies, water, etc can be wasteful. Fortunately, there are plenty of products out there that offer simple, cheap ways to cut back and don’t require more effort or time. Start using a tote bag or lunch box to bring food for work and/or school. They range from bold prints to soft colors and even cute animal ones for kids!

Don't forget the containers to pack your food. One good thing about the containers is you can easily bring pasta, soups, fruit, and liquid items as well as sandwiches or even chips instead of using plastic baggies. You can also choose from stainless steel, glass, or plastic. Some containers even come with utensils built in them.

As for water, use eco-friendly bottles such as plastic or aluminum bottles from Nalgene or Sigg; they are BPA free and come in a variety of colors. Be sure to use filtered water from a Brita filter or other purification system. We all need to drink lots of water to stay hydrated, so why not use a reusable bottle while we are at it?

Start switching to some of these and you'll be making your way to a greener lunch in no time. Remember, a little goes a long way!