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Geschenkideen

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Nachhaltige und vegane Geschenkideen Weihnachten rückt immer näher und ihr sucht noch das passende Weihnachtsgeschenk für eure Lieben? Auch in der Weihnachtszeit kann auf Nachhaltigkeit geachtet werden. Daher haben wir hier ein paar Tipps und Geschenkideen für euch. TIPPS: 1. Weniger ist mehr An Weihnachten sollte es nicht darum gehen wie viele Geschenke jeder bekommt. Es ist aber schön anderen eine kleine Freude zu machen und ein passendes Geschenk zu finden, was der andere gebrauchen kann. Secret Santa ist auch eine tolle Idee. Jeder, der mitmachen möchte, besorgt EINE Kleinigkeit. Alle verpackten Geschenke werden in die Mitte gelegt und die erste Person sucht sich ein Päckchen aus und öffnet es. Danach werden reihum die Geschenke ausgepackt. Anstatt ein Päckchen zu öffnen, kann jedoch auch ein Geschenk von den Vorgängern “geklaut“ werden, das würde bedeuten, dass derjenige ein neues Geschenk auspacken kann. 2. Nachhaltiger Weihnachtsbaum Ein echter Baum oder ein Plastikbaum? Hier ist unser Tipp: Ein Weihnachtsbaum im Topf. Diesen könnt ihr auch nach Weihnachten noch behalten und am besten nach draußen stellen und vor direkter …

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Straw Koffer

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[Ad|Anzeige] This blog post is for our German travelers because the company currently delivers the suitcases only within Germany and to Austria. We will let you know when you can order them from other countries through their website! Nachhaltigkeit – Qualität – Leichtigkeit Diese Punkte sind uns wichtig bei einem Hartschalenkoffer. Wir möchten euch gerne unseren neuen, schicken und umweltfreundlichen Reisebegleiter vorstellen: Der Koffer besteht aus 25% Stroh, ein Abbauprodukt von Weizen und Reis. Somit ist er deutlich nachhaltiger und energieeffizienter als andere Hartschalenkoffer. Was wir an der Straw Kollektion von Stratic mögen: Nachhaltigkeit: 25% des Materials ist biologisch abbaubar 4 Doppelrollen: er lässt sich einfach führen Leichtigkeit: Er ist robust, aber trotzdem leicht TSA-Schloss Wer mit dem Flugzeug reist, sollte sich vergewissern, dass der Koffer mit einem TSA-Schloss ausgestattet ist. So können Sicherheitsbeamte den Koffer öffnen, ohne ihn dabei zu beschädigen. Falls kein TSA-Schloss angebracht ist, darf das Sicherheitspersonal am Flughafen den Koffer aufbrechen. Des Weiteren ist der Koffer mit vier Doppelräder ausgestattet, was ihn besonders leicht lenken und schieben lässt. Durch das leichte …

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Humble Brush

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[Ad|Anzeige] We love eco-friendly toothbrushes and have been using humble brushes for more than 2 years now. The humble brush handle is made from 100% biodegradable, sustainably-grown bamboo. We all want to enjoy the beautiful oceans and beaches, so we have to do our best to reduce the amount of plastic waste that litters and poisons our environment. Plastic pollution has become a huge environmental issue. Every year billions of plastic toothbrushes are thrown away and take over 400 years to decompose. Plastic toothbrushes, bottles, straws, coffee cups, and bags end up in the oceans. But we can do something about that. Let’s say no to plastic and use more eco-friendly alternatives whenever we can. Some things we like about humble brush: No harmful chemicals No animal testing All vegan Certified organic FDP approved The humble brush is also super “panda-friendly” because the MOSO-bamboo, that the humble brush is made of, grows leaves from 5 meters and up. Since pandas only eat leaves they can reach, they don’t eat the bamboo that is being used for …

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Reduce Reuse Recycle

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Before you read this blog post we want to remind you that the world doesn’t need a handful of people being perfectly sustainable, we need billions of people making small changes and trying their best. You don’t have to be perfect, every little change towards a more sustainable lifestyle really does help. The 3 R’s: Reduce Reuse Recycle play an important role in sustainable living. Let’s try to reduce the amount of waste we produce, reuse items as much as we can, and recycle items wherever possible. How can you REDUCE the amount of waste you produce? Try to only buy what you need Use reusable bags, bottles, and containers Buy in bulk Choose products with less packaging How can you REUSE what you have? Reuse old clothing by donating it to charity Donate books to a library Refill your water bottle with water from home instead of buying a new one Reuse old glass containers and store rice, pasta, or oats How can you RECYCLE the products that you don’t need anymore? There are …

Vegan sneakers

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[Ad|Anzeige] We have been looking for vegan sneakers for a while now. That’s why we are excited to share this brand with you today. The brand “All My Eco” uses eco-friendly materials, produces in Spain, plants 5 trees for each pair, and donates 1% of sales to charity. We love the design and they are very comfy. If you are between two sizes, get the bigger one so you don’t have to return them. I usually wear 39 and ordered size 40, they fit perfectly! Did you know that vegan leather is less harmful to the planet than animal leather? Cow leather is the most damaging because it causes animal suffering, deforestation, water pollution, and methane emissions. These sneakers are made of: pineapple fiber, a material made reusing the waste from the pineapple cultivation that otherwise would have been thrown away cork, which is one of the greenest materials there is, as no trees need to be cut down to produce it and PET recycled plastic, helping fight the plastic pollution that goes in our oceans It is a …

Let’s reduce food waste!

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Every day, large quantities of food are wasted. Did you know that about 30% of food never gets eaten worldwide? Reducing food waste would save money, natural resources, and help feed those in need. Did you know animal proteins require more energy, land, and water than plant proteins? It takes about 25 times more energy to produce a calorie of beef than one calorie of corn for people to eat. If you still eat animal products you can make a huge difference by wasting less of what you eat, especially meat, seafood, and dairy. Fruits and veggies get tossed the most, bananas and apples are some of the most wasted fruits. So what to do with wilted fruits and veggies? You can freeze them to use later in baked goods. You can also use wilted fruits for smoothies and wilted veggies for soups. If we produce food that doesn‘t get eaten we not only waste those products but also a lot of water, energy, and wildlife habitat. Where does most food go to waste? Is …

Banana snacks

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Make your own healthy banana snacks! Not only are bananas tasty, snack size, and great energy boosters, they also carry a variety of mental and physical health benefits. Bananas are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, especially potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C. Potassium is a powerful mineral that promotes heart health and normal blood pressure. It doesn’t get any easier than these 3 snacks. You can use any ingredients you like and in any amount to suit your taste. This is just our recommendation. For all three snacks you can use the following ingredients: Bananas, dark chocolate, peanut butter, nuts, coconut flakes, dried fruits, fresh fruits, vegan yogurt 1. BANANA SUSHI INSTRUCTIONS Peel the bananas and cover them with peanut butter or melted dark chocolate. Add your favorite toppings like nuts, coconut flakes, dried fruits, and place in the fridge until set. Then cut into bite-sized pieces. 2. BANANA BOATS INSTRUCTIONS Slice the bananas down the center, lengthwise, and spread peanut butter or vegan yogurt on top. Next, add your favorite toppings …

Vegan Stuffed Eggplant

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Eggplants, also known as aubergines, have a unique range of health benefits. Adding eggplant to your diet keeps your blood sugar levels in check. This is because they are high in fiber. Eggplants are also packed with iron and calcium—two very important minerals for bone health. Prep Time: 20 min      Cook Time: 30 min      Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 2 medium eggplants 1 onion 1 garlic clove 1 zucchini 2 medium tomatoes 4 medium mushrooms 2 Tbsp tomato puree 1 Tbsp oil 1 tsp salt 1 tsp Italian seasoning ½ tsp paprika powder 1/3 tsp black pepper pinch of chili flakes ½ cup (125 g) unsweetened soy yogurt Couscous: 1 cup (165 g) couscous 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) water 1 Tbsp olive oil ½ tsp salt INSTRUCTIONS Step 1: Preheat oven to 200 °C. Step 2: Wash and cut the eggplants in half (lengthwise). Scoop out the flesh and set aside. Put the eggplant “boat” on the baking sheet and sprinkle with oil and salt. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Step 3: Prepare couscous: bring …

Asparagus with vegan Hollandaise Sauce

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We absolutely love asparagus and especially with a vegan Hollandaise Sauce. Spring is the best season for asparagus. This green veggie is packed with vitamins and minerals like vitamins A, C, E, K, iron, calcium, protein, and fiber. Prep Time: 20 min      Cook Time: 20 min      Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 kg asparagus 1 kg potatoes Vegan Hollandaise Sauce 60 g vegan margarine 20 g flour 220 ml cold vegetable stock 200 ml soy cream 1 tsp mustard 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp lemon juice Salt & white pepper INSTRUCTIONS Step 1: Peel and wash the potatoes. Put them in a medium pot and cover them with cold water. Add salt to the water and cover the pot with a lid. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook the potatoes for about 20 minutes. Step 2: Wash the asparagus and cut off the woody ends. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil. Then add the asparagus. Cook for 5-8 minutes. It depends on …