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1. Lunch Love
Ditch disposable bags and plastic containers with the handy and stylish ECOlunchbox Three-in-One. Its stacking food containers and separate snack pod keep midday meals tidy and fresh, and the food-grade stainless steel container and plastic-free lid are dishwasher safe.
To Buy: $26
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2. A Better Beverage
Avoid artificially flavored beverages and make your own infused waters and tasty drinks with this glass carafe, which makes a party-sized batch of infused water, cocktails or coolers. It also comes with plastic-free attachments for muddling, juicing and straining fruit.
To Buy: $40
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3. Pickle Pal
The Pickle Pipe is a one-piece, reusable silicon fermentation airlock meant to simplify the fermentation process by eliminating the need for daily maintenance of fermentation jars. Able to screw on to any wide-mouth Mason jar, The Pickle Pipe’s design also makes it easy to clean, and allows for years of use.
To Buy: $22 for a set of three
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4. Wrap Without Waste
Try this reusable plastic wrap alternative made from hemp and cotton fabric coated with beeswax, tree resin and jojoba oil. Self-adhesive Abeego Flats can be used to cover dishes, wrap sandwiches and more.
To Buy: $18 for three (varying sizes) or a set of 6 small wraps
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5. Bag It Up
Cut down on trash and save money with this reusable, plastic-free alternative to sandwich and freezer bags. Made of food-grade silicone, Stasher bags are freezable, microwavable and dishwasher-safe. The nonporous surface also inhibits bacterial growth, extending the life of leftovers.
To Buy: $12