10 Daily Habits That Accidentally Harm The Environment - Page 6
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Using pads and tampons
Will it be on women to save the world – literally? Maybe. As if dealing with periods isn’t enough of a hassle, the products we use to handle menstruation are harming the environment. National Geographic reports that, since the plastic waste from pads and tampons is considered “medical waste,” it isn’t counted in the same way other waste is, so identifying just how bad the damage is can be tough. But the rough estimate is scary. Even if you aren’t ready to quit pads and tampons cold turkey, consider turning to reusable items like menstrual cups and period panties at least some of the time.
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