The plastic used in making cutlery endangers wildlife and marine species, it can cause air pollution and degrade the environment by leaving a high carbon footprint. As plastic cutlery is thrown out after one use, it ultimately ends up in a landfill that does not get recycled easily. Even while the recycling process, it releases so many toxins, that can easily contaminate the environment.
When we consume food from plastic cutleries it releases harmful chemicals, which are easily ingested along with food.
Eco-friendly cutlery
The products that can be easily broken down and recycled are known as eco-friendly or biodegradable. For securing your health and keeping the environment safe, it is very important to choose environment-friendly cutlery.
Let us discuss some reasons to choose eco-friendly cutleries
Biodegradable
Eco-friendly cutleries are made of various agricultural waste such as sugarcane pulp, rice husk, corn starch, and others which are decomposable and can be easily recycled. These products can easily crumble within 2 weeks.
Do not discharge any contaminants
Since these cutleries are made up of natural products, they do not release any kind of chemicals or toxins, instead it releases healthy nutrients in the soil.
Nourishes earth
It’s a known fact that plastic can easily contaminate water, air, animals, and birds, along with affecting the nature of the soil. This is where biodegradable cutlery helps in nurturing the earth, by releasing nutrients.
Environment friendly
As the term explains, eco-friendly cutlery can benefit the environment and earth. It also requires less energy to manufacture it and since it is made from natural material it is easy to decompose, thus making it safe for the environment.
Durable
The cutleries made up of natural material are more durable and do not break that easily. Since these products are made with corn starch or sugarcane, it makes them more durable and strong.
Microwave proof
These cutleries made of a natural product are microwave proof as well, so you can easily use these to heat food. Another reason to use this is that these cutleries do not release any kind of chemicals on heating.
These cutleries are made without using any treatment, bleaches, or dyes. Hence it is best and safe for consuming food in it for both kids and adults.
In conclusion with
We all know that the effect of plastic is rapidly affecting our environment and is getting close to being destroyed. More and more organizations are spreading awareness about plastics and the harmful effects of using them.
Eco-friendly cutleries are organic and can be easily decomposed. They can benefit our environment. Long-lasting, strong, and made of organic products, these cutleries are chemical-free. So for the next gathering or birthday party go for a healthier and the environmentally safe range of tableware.
