Plastic Free July is a global movement inspiring people around the world to reduce their use of single-use plastics, whether that be at home, at work, and in their communities.
As Bristol’s oldest health food store, we at Wild Oats are proud to support this initiative and are always exploring new ways to tread more lightly on the planet.
Why Go Plastic Free?
Plastic is cheap, versatile, and found in nearly everything we use. But there’s a catch: most plastics are made from fossil fuels and never fully break down. Instead, they fragment into microplastics that linger in our environment for centuries.
What’s more, around half of all plastic produced is designed for single use — meaning it’s made to be thrown away almost immediately. The result? A rapidly growing plastic crisis that's polluting our oceans, harming wildlife, and affecting our health.
Wild Oats Tips to Cut Single Use Plastics — This July & Beyond:
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1. Carry reusable shopping bags
Keep a reusable bag handy to avoid using single-use plastic bags when shopping.
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2. Ditch disposable water bottles
Invest in a reusable water bottle and refill it throughout the day.
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3. Choose sustainable food storage
Invest in reusable food storage options like beeswax wraps, silicone food covers, or glass containers, instead of using plastic wrap or sandwich bags.
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4. Embrace refillable solutions
Seek out local shops that offer refill stations for household cleaning products, toiletries, and personal care items. Refilling
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5. Choose loose produce
Opt for loose fruits and vegetables instead of pre-packaged options. Consider using reusable produce bags, or simply placing them directly in your shopping basket.
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6. Bring your own reusable utensils
Carry a set of reusable cutlery, including a metal straw, when buying takeaway food.
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7. Explore Plastic-Free toiletries
Switch to plastic-free alternatives for personal care items, such as shampoo bars, soap bars, bamboo toothbrushes, and plastic-free dental floss.
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8. Use sustainable coffee cups
Carry a reusable coffee cup to your favourite café, as disposable coffee cups are difficult to recycle.
Wild Oats is your one-stop shop for sustainable, healthy living — all year round.
Visit us in-store on 9-11 Lower Redland Road, Bristol
You will find everything you need at Wild Oats from loose organic fruit and vegetables, bulk refill foods, toiletries, cleaning products, plus more.