{"id":191919,"date":"2019-03-19T11:19:03","date_gmt":"2019-03-19T15:19:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olabamboo.com\/?p=191919"},"modified":"2020-10-24T02:40:48","modified_gmt":"2020-10-24T06:40:48","slug":"eco-friendly-straws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/olabamboo.com\/en\/eco-friendly-straws\/","title":{"rendered":"Bamboo straws: The end of disposable straws!"},"content":{"rendered":"

– <\/em>A gin\/tonic\u2026 no straw, please!<\/em><\/p>\n

No more compromises because reusable eco-friendly straws have come to rescue and are gaining popularity over single-use plastic straws around the globe.<\/p>\n

Plastic Pollution<\/strong><\/h4>\n

We all are aware of the devastating impact that plastic straws have on the environment. It comes as no surprise that plastic straws are in the top 10 most commonly found pieces of trash during beach cleanups<\/a>. And yes, we can all do our part to reduce their negative impact on the environment.<\/p>\n

What is the solution?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Leaving plastic straws behind is the only solution left for a sustainable future. Switch to eco-friendly straws.<\/p>\n

Honestly, I feel really guilty when I forget the last portion of my order. Because, if I don\u2019t ask\u2026 There will be a plastic straw in my drink. It has become a habit to put a straw in every glass\u2026 Even sometimes in a glass of water! Ouch! Is it really necessary?<\/p>\n

Fortunately, we are more and more aware that plastic straws are a real curse. In fact, more than one billion straws are thrown away worldwide every year. The problem is: they are made to last\u2026 Plastic takes over 500 years to disintegrate! But straws are single-use items.<\/p>\n

What is the best alternative to plastic straws?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Eco-friendly straws or Bamboo straws!!! Yes, bamboo is the best sustainable material available. It grows naturally at a rate of up to 4 feet per day, without the addition of any chemical substances. It is even stronger than steel in regards to tensile strength and also possess antimicrobial properties and that’s why it is considered as the best material for eco products.<\/p>\n

What to do:<\/strong><\/p>\n