PLANT-BASED LIVING & SUSTAINABILITY IDEAS

In my past three blog posts & emails I shared my experience adding in more plant, root & legume based starchy carbs in place of most grains along with several ideas on how to do this! You can see those posts starting HERE and why it can be hugely beneficial. Moving on to our homes and daily practices...

Living a plant-based lifestyle is not only good for your health—it’s also a powerful way to support environmental sustainability. Let me be clear, I    am a huge fan of animal based products for fueling our bodies, however I also see a large value in using plants as food as well as in home, beauty etc. 
Here are some ideas on how to support that lifestyle across food, habits, home, and community to help you live more consciously and make a lasting impact:
1. Eat More Plants, Less Waste
    •    Base meals around whole, local, seasonal produce
    •    Batch cook and freeze meals to reduce food waste
    •    Use vegetable scraps to make broth, use in soups, omelets or even compost
    •    Choose organic and regenerative farmed produce when possible

2. Rethink Packaging
    •    Buy in bulk with your own containers (grains, nuts, seeds)
    •    Choose glass jars, paper, or compostable packaging
    •    Shop at zero-waste or refill stores for dry goods and cleaners
    •    Avoid single-use plastics—carry reusable bags, utensils, and straws

3. Sustainable Kitchen Habits
    •    Use beeswax wraps or silicone lids instead of plastic wrap
    •    Compost food scraps or join a local compost program
    •    Grow your own herbs or vegetables—even in small spaces
    •    Choose glass, stainless steel re-usable dishes and meal prep containers when possible 

• When able, use bulk products such as in protein powders & drinks mixed at home vs pre-prepared to save waste 

4. Green Your Home
    •    Use plant-based, biodegradable cleaners such as mentioned below in the HOME CLEANING KIT
    •    Switch to LED lights and low-flow water fixtures
    •    Line dry your laundry when possible

5. Sustainable Self-Care
    •    Choose cruelty-free, vegan beauty and hygiene products such as those from Young Living and CRUNCHI
    •    Use refillable products to save on packaging 
    • Look for products that are more concentrated—less is more and reduces packaging

6. Transport + Travel Choices
    •    Walk or bike when possible-better way to get your steps in too! 
    •    Take public transit or carpool
    •    Combine errands to reduce driving trips

7. Community and Connection
    •    Support plant-based restaurants or farmers markets
    •    Share extras from your garden or batch cooking-LOVE when people share their produce with me! 
    •    Volunteer for community gardens or food equity programs

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Plant-Based Home Cleaning

For the past 13 years, we have used Thieves Cleaning products in our home. My favorite is the Thieves Household Cleaner...we literally use it for EVERYTHING! Not only is is hugely economical, it is so versatile in its' uses AND it uses the powerful Thieves oil which is also helpful in boosting our immune systems and targeting the bacteria, mold, etc in our homes. ​

Healthy Happy Home Kit ​
Cultivate a happy, healthy home with this curated kit of green home favorites! These products are some of our most used and are such a huge jump start on a low-tox home. This is your easy button when it comes to all natural, plant-based cleaning. This kit features some of our most loved and most used Thieves products! The Thieves essential oil blend is infused into the cleaner, scrub, dish soap, and laundry soap because it is our go-to when it comes to kicking the ick to the curb. This kit is your one-stop shop for green cleaning! 

Why the HAPPY, HEALTHY HOME KIT? 
•A curated kit of natural home favorites
•Makes  it so simple to leave harsh chemicals behind 
•Products are versatile and easy to use
•Contains everything you need to clean your entire space 
•Products are infused with Thieves essential oil blend - a cleaning must have!
•Includes 15mL bottles of Lemon and Thieves essential oils 
•Includes Thieves Household Cleaner, Thieves Dish Soap, Thieves Laundry Soap, & Thieves Kitchen and Bath Scrub 

Grab your kit here​ and use the code SHAREYL to save 10% if you are a new customer! When you have completed your purchase, send me an email and I  will get you added to our Holistic Health group! 

With Love and Strength, Missy