Ecothrifty: Cheaper, Greener Choices for a Happier, Healthier Life
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A guide to saving a fortune while saving the Earth, from the author of Homegrown & Handmade.
Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without. Our grandmothers knew the importance of responsible, thrifty choices. But somewhere along the way we lost our way and succumbed to the belief that we can get everything for next to nothing, have it shipped halfway around the world and then—more often than not—just throw it away.
This consumer binge is taking its toll. Diet and lifestyle-related illnesses are epidemic, our environment is awash in a sea of plastic, our climate is changing, and the cost of everything is skyrocketing with the price of oil. Are we doomed? No. We can make greener, healthier choices, and we can do it while saving money.
Where to start? Ecothrifty is packed with simple, practical ideas and recipes to help you:
· Make homemade products for cleaning and skin care
· Grow your own food and cook more from scratch
· Raise your family without lowering your standards
A must-read for anyone who has ever wanted to live a greener life but thought that it would be too expensive, time-consuming, or difficult, this handy, complete guide will show you how small changes can have a huge environmental impact and save you thousands of dollars, all while improving your quality of life.
“I support and endorse this wonderful book, 100%!” —Ed Begley, Jr., actor and environmentalist
“Her advice does not come across as self-righteous or preachy, but more like insider tips from an experienced do-it-yourselfer.” —Publishers Weekly
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Deborah Niemann. (2012). Ecothrifty: Cheaper, Greener Choices for a Happier, Healthier Life. New Society Publishers.
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Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without. Our grandmothers knew the importance of responsible, thrifty choices. But somewhere along the way we lost our way and succumbed to the belief that we can get everything for next to nothing, have it shipped halfway around the world and then—more often than not—just throw it away.
This consumer binge is taking its toll. Diet and lifestyle-related illnesses are epidemic, our environment is awash in a sea of plastic, our climate is changing, and the cost of everything is skyrocketing with the price of oil. Are we doomed? No. We can make greener, healthier choices, and we can do it while saving money.
Where to start? Ecothrifty is packed with simple, practical ideas and recipes to help you:· Make homemade products for cleaning and skin care
· Grow your own food and cook more from scratch
· Raise your family without lowering your standards
A must-read for anyone who has ever wanted to live a greener life but thought that it would be too expensive, time-consuming, or difficult, this handy, complete guide will show you how small changes can have a huge environmental impact and save you thousands of dollars, all while improving your quality of life.
“I support and endorse this wonderful book, 100%!” —Ed Begley, Jr., actor and environmentalist
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A guide to saving a fortune while saving the Earth, from the author of Homegrown & Handmade.
Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without. Our grandmothers knew the importance of responsible, thrifty choices. But somewhere along the way we lost our way and succumbed to the belief that we can get everything for next to nothing, have it shipped halfway around the world and then—more often than not—just throw it away.
This consumer binge is taking its toll. Diet and lifestyle-related illnesses are epidemic, our environment is awash in a sea of plastic, our climate is changing, and the cost of everything is skyrocketing with the price of oil. Are we doomed? No. We can make greener, healthier choices, and we can do it while saving money.
Where to start? Ecothrifty is packed with simple, practical ideas and recipes to help you:· Make homemade products for cleaning and skin...
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Acknowledgments
Foreword
IntroductionChapter 1 — Personal Care Products
Basics
Creams and moisturizers
Soaps
Scrubs
Toners
Shampoo
Dental hygiene
Deodorant and antiperspirant
Shaving
Feminine productsChapter 2 — Health and Fitness
Drugs
Alternatives
Herbal supplements
ExerciseChapter 3 — Babies
Breastfeeding
Diapers
Wipes
Powder and cream
Food
WalkersChapter 4 — Clothing
How many clothes?
Used versus new
Sewing
Second life for old clothesChapter 5 — Food
Planning
Getting food
Keeping food
Cooking food
Cereals
Eggs
Pancakes and biscuits
Yogurt
Beans
Bread
Casseroles
Pasta Salads
Potatoes
Soups
Stretching meat
Desserts
Snacks
Drinks
Beyond foodChapter 6 — Home
Air fresheners
Appliances
Cleaning
Laundry
Light bulbs
Heating and cooling
FurnitureChapter 7 — Gardening
Small spaces
Container gardening
Edible landscapes
Community gardens
Saving seeds
Composting
LawnsChapter 8 — Entertainment
Hobbies
Music
Books
Computers
Celebrations
PicnicsChapter 9 — Transportation
Car sharing
Carpooling
Ecothrifty driving
New or usedChapter 10 — Free or Practically Free
Bartering
Learning
Repurposing and reusing
ForagingFinal Thoughts
Bibliography
Notes
Recipe Index
Index
About the Author- bisacCodes
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- description: Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection
- code: REF030000
- description: Reference / Consumer Guides
