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Here Is Why You Should Use Disposable Containers Instead of Plastic Ones

Storing food properly is very important because our own health is at stake here.

Contributing Author by Contributing Author
October 26, 2018
in Green Living, News

You should stay away from disposable containers made from plastic. Credit: Pixabay.
You should stay away from disposable containers made from plastic. Credit: Pixabay.

Storing food properly is very important because our own health is at stake here. However, when it comes to making a choice, things become a bit complicated. There are multiple options to choose from, but how do we know which one is best? Today we will try to explain why using disposable containers is better than using reusable plastic ones.

Caring for our planet

When we say disposable containers, we are talking about those made out of recyclable materials. Disposable plastic containers should be avoided at all costs, since they are difficult to recycle. Since people begin to focus more and more on the safety of our planet, you can find companies that create disposable cups, containers and other types of packaging out of renewable and recycled materials. When you are purchasing food packaging you should also make sure that the company who creates it uses renewable energy sources as well.

Purchasing these products can help you make a chance. Committing to sustainability is not simple, but small things are a great beginning. Talk to your friends and family and convince them to use environmentally friendly products as well.

Better for our health

Reusable containers are rarely safe enough, because it is very difficult to clean them completely, which means that some bacteria are always left behind. Despite the fact that EU proposals are trying to restrict disposable coffee cups” & “disposable food container, experts claim that reusable containers can be very dangerous.

“Even if they think they are doing the job properly, consumers typically fail to clean reusable containers adequately, leaving behind bacteria and viruses that you really don’t want near food. They then carry this dangerous material around in reusable bags, alongside other items, which also present a high risk of cross-contamination,” explained David McDowell chairman of the UK advisory committee on the microbiological safety of food and, professor of food studies at Ulster University.

What can you store in disposable containers?

Disposable containers for almost anything. For example, if you own a business that sells hot or cold beverages, disposable cups are great for this. You can also personalize them and add your own brand message so that you can attract more customers.

Disposable containers can also be used for food. Since most people are on the run nowadays, it is important to have high-quality food containers so you can store food safely. The packaging needs to offer strength and durability. Disposable containers are also cheaper and they don’t weight as much so it is easier to carry them any place you

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