Recycling plastic: What do those numbers mean?

10/26/21 • 16 min

Wicked Ever After

Hey, Green Junkie!

Ever wondered what those little numbers at the bottom of your plastic bottles, jars and containers mean?

Those little numbers might be small but the information they give us is mighty.

From the chemicals the plastic is made from to how we should recycle that item - the information is vast.

So in this episode, I wanted to do a quick breakdown of each number so that you know what your containers contain and how you can be a more conscious recycler because here’s a little secret: Not everything can or should be recycled.

What you can expect from this episode:

Learn what the recycling numbers mean and how to recycle properly
What to watch out for when you are recycling
What things aren't recyclable
What chemicals and numbers you should be wary of bringing into your home
Find out which plastic is dubbed as the “poison” plastic
Learn which plastic numbers can disrupt hormones

You’ll discover that and so much more in this episode.

I’d also like to thank Koyah for supporting today’s episode. They are organic freeze-dried fruits and vegetables are the perfect way to live a healthy lifestyle without the stress. They are so delicious and I love adding them to smoothies and other recipes for my family.

Want to grab some Koyah goodies? Go here and use code GREENJUNKIE to save 15% off your next purchase.

If you love this podcast be sure to leave a review and share a screenshot of this episode to your IG stories. Tag @greenjunkiepodcast so I can shout you out and publicly say thanks.

Thanks for listening and being here.

Your green bestie,

Xoxo Stephanie

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Hey, Green Junkie!

Ever wondered what those little numbers at the bottom of your plastic bottles, jars and containers mean?

Those little numbers might be small but the information they give us is mighty.

From the chemicals the plastic is made from to how we should recycle that item - the information is vast.

What you can expect from this episode:

Learn what the recycling numbers mean and how to recycle properly
What to watch out for when you are recycling
What things aren't recyclable
What chemicals and numbers you should be wary of bringing into your home
Find out which plastic is dubbed as the “poison” plastic
Learn which plastic numbers can disrupt hormones

You’ll discover that and so much more in this episode.

Want to grab some Koyah goodies? Go here and use code GREENJUNKIE to save 15% off your next purchase.

If you love this podcast be sure to leave a review and share a screenshot of this episode to your IG stories. Tag @greenjunkiepodcast so I can shout you out and publicly say thanks.

Thanks for listening and being here.

Your green bestie,

Xoxo Stephanie

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Previous Episode

Buying Power: Green Grocery Store Shopping

Hey, Green Junkie!

Have you ever thought about what kind of grocery shopper you are?

Maybe you’re the always prepared type who comes with your itemized list, complete with prices and cash. Perhaps you’re armed with a generic list of the essentials but will definitely be grabbing those limited edition snacks that are practically begging to be purchased. Or maybe you’re a fly by the seat of your pants, a shopper who is notorious for shopping on an empty stomach and just grabbing whatever will get you through the next couple of days.

No matter what category you fall into, I can promise you that there is room to exercise your buying power and be a little more green with your grocery shopping.

You see, when we choose to be a little more green with our shopping habits, we actually save money and time, help support our communities and are heaping a healthy dose of love into Mother Earth.

I mean, what’s not to love, right?

Today’s podcast episode is all about green grocery shopping and how you can use your buying power to be a little more environmentally conscious.

What you can expect from this episode:

What we need to take into consideration when we are buying our food and shopping at the grocery store
12 ways to reduce your impact and be more green while you’re grocery shopping
How a solid plan can save money and the planet at the same time
Clever ways to remember a reusable bag
How to be less wasteful with our food
How to creatively support local farmers and independent grocers in your community and why it’s so important to the environment
Eat your way to a greener planet

You’ll discover that and so much more in this episode.

I’d also like to thank Nelson Naturals for supporting today’s episode. I am in love with their tooth tabs and other products, and I am so thankful for them supporting this podcast episode.

Want to grab some Nelson Naturals goodies? Go here and use code GREENJUNKIE to save 15% off your next purchase.

If you love this podcast, be sure to leave a review and share a screenshot of this episode to your IG stories. Tag @greenjunkiepodcast so I can shout you out and publicly say thanks.

Thanks for listening and being here.

Your green bestie,

Xoxo Stephanie

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Next Episode

Eco-Organizing: Reusing What You Already Have

Hey, Green Junkie!

Do you ever get into the purging mood and have a desire to re-organize everything in your home?

It’s normal to immediately jump in the car, head to the store and start stocking up on baskets and plastic containers to finally gain control of all the chaotic things in your house.

What if I told you that you could still organize your home but save money in the process and also be a little kinder to Mother Earth?

I’m not saying you have to have ugly things or can never buy a plastic container again. I’m also not saying you need to be an over-consumer of sustainable products - because that’s also an issue.

Instead, I’m asking you to look around your house and think about using things you already have in a new and creative way.

That’s what I am talking about in this week’s episode.

What you can expect from this episode:

How to become organized without spending money
The importance of not buying all sustainable everything when you don’t have to
Stop getting rid of boxes and do this one thing instead
What’s old is new again - how to use what you already have to become an organized goddess
A really inventive and fun idea for mason jars

You’ll discover that and so much more in this episode.

If you love this podcast, be sure to leave a review and share a screenshot of this episode to your IG stories. Tag @greenjunkiepodcast so I can shout you out and publicly say thanks.

Thanks for listening and being here.

Your green bestie,

Xoxo Stephanie

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