The Best Eco Friendly Kitchen Tools
If you’re on a mission to become more natural, you’ll find the best eco friendly kitchen products in this post.
The heart of our home is the kitchen. It is where the family gathers the most often. So this is the first place where I have focused my natural living efforts.
If you are new to the eco friendly and natural living concept, you’ll definitely want to save this list. Heck, even if you’ve been doing it awhile, this list is for you too. There’s some really cool stuff that I’m featuring here!
Easy Ways to Go Green in the Kitchen
Since the kitchen plays such an important part of our overall health, making it more natural is necessary. And doing so doesn’t have to be super complicated.
I have been working on this slowly for a few years. And now I feel like we are finally in a really good place with natural living.
I decided to adjust to the changes slowly so that it wasn’t overwhelming and also so that I could get my family to get on board with the changes easily.
The first big change I made was to replace all of our cleaning products with natural options. The next change was ditching our microwave. And lastly, I replaced anything toxic with eco friendly alternatives.
Here I have some basic tips and at the end of this post, I’m featuring the best eco friendly kitchen products.
Replace the Cleaning Products
Most cleaning products are filled with toxic chemicals that are hazardous. They can trigger allergies, asthma, and often contain endocrine disrupters.
For more information on potential hazards, check out the Environmental Working Group.
What to do instead: try making your own natural cleaning products.
Get Rid of the Microwave
Not only do microwaves kill the nutrients in your food, they just make it taste bad. And there’s also the potential risk of radiation.
I’m all for a clutter free home. So getting rid of the microwave saves on counter space and helps keep the kitchen looking cleaner. It also saves time with cleaning because you don’t need to move the microwave to clean in it and around it.
Ditch the Plastic
There has been numerous proven studies and research on the many dangers of plastic. Some potential harms are hormonal imbalances, immune issues, neurological and developmental effects.
I definitely don’t want to take any risks when my family is involved! BPA and Phthalates are also of grave concern with them being linked to many health concerns and birth defects with extended use.
Just take some time and do some research. It may shock you. It certainly did for me.
Try glass or silicone storage instead.
Related: Getting Started with Natural Living
Stop Buying Paper Products
Not only does this save on the environment, but it also is a much more frugal option. Yes, paper products might be a little more convenient, but they aren’t great eco friendly choices.
Opt for things like reusable bamboo cloths or a roll of unpaper towels. I’m sharing some really great options down below.
Skip the Non Stick Cookware
Did you know that non stick cookware is toxic and hazardous to our health? I didn’t know this for many years and I loved the ease of cleaning after cooking a big meal.
But after learning all about the dangers of heavy metals and leaching, I made the switch to more eco friendly options. I now use my cast iron for 90% of my cooking and stainless steel for the rest.
Here is a very thorough report all about the hazards of cookware.
Favorite Eco Friendly Kitchen Products
You’ll definitely want to save this list as you slowly transition to a more natural lifestyle. These products are pretty amazing!
Natural Products for a Toxic Free Kitchen
Looking for items to slowly transform your kitchen in a toxic free zone? This list includes many of the items that I love to use around our home.
Frego Award-Winning Plastic-Free Glass and Silicone Food Container | 2 Cups | Variety Pack - Blue, Orange, Lime Green and Honeysuckle
Eco friendly and non toxic glass and silicone storage containers. Free of BPA, PVC or other toxins.
Glasslock 11292 18-Piece Assorted Oven Safe Container Set
Glass storage containers with plastic lids that are free of BPA and other hormone disruptors! We’ve had our set for over 3 years and it is still going strong!
LUCKISS 100% Bamboo Dish Cloths Cleaning Cloth and Dishcloths Sets Super Absorbent Towels Soft Durable and Eco-Friendly Cleaning Rags 12 x 12 inch 12 Pack
Bamboo reusable cloths. We use these as a replacement for paper napkins. These are perfect for little ones.
Bee's Wrap Assorted 3 Pack, Eco Friendly Reusable Food Wraps, Sustainable Plastic Free Food Storage - 1 Small, 1 Medium, 1 Large
Perfect alternative to plastic wrap. All naturally made bee’s wraps are great for food storage. Made of organic cotton, sustainably harvested beeswax, organic jojoba oil, and tree resin.
Stasher Reusable Silicone Food Bag, Sandwich Bag, Sous vide Bag, Storage Bag, Set of 2, Aqua and Grey
Another favorite food storage to keep around the kitchen. We love to use these as a replacement for plastic sandwich bags. They come in a variety of sizes to suite your food storage needs!
SipWell Extra Long Stainless Steel Drinking Straws Set of 4, Straws for 30 oz Tumbler and 20 0z Tumbler, Fits RTIC Tumbler | Fits all Yeti Ozark Trail SIC & RTIC Tumblers, Cleaning Brush Included.
Replace disposable drinking straws with these stainless steel options.
Lifefactory 22-Ounce BPA-Free Glass Water Bottle with Classic Cap and Silicone Sleeve, Optic White
Ditch the plastic drink ware or tumblers and switch to glass ware. These are one of our favorite options for around the home.
Lodge 3 Quart Cast Iron Combo Cooker. Pre-seasoned Cast Iron Skillet, Fryer, Dutch Oven, and Convertible Skillet/Griddle Lid
With the dangers to many non-stick cookware, ditch and switch to a safer alternative! Cast iron is a pretty perfect option for the kitchen. And they last such a long time.
Oliva Italiana 7 Pc. Bamboo Kitchen Utensil Set Eco-Friendly, 100% Organic bamboo, Professional-Grade, with ergonomic handle. Please that gourmet in your life with the best utensil on the market.
Not only are these bamboo utensils eco friendly, they are much safer to use in the kitchen than plastic alternatives.
Puracy Natural Home Cleaning Set, Organic Household Cleaners and Hypoallergenic Soaps (5-Pack)
Remove those cleaning products that are filled with harsh chemicals and give this natural option a test run!
Starter Kit + Oxygen Boost
Another amazing option for natural home cleaning products. One bottle of concentrate can replace every cleaner you have! I have been using this brand for years!
3 Le Parfait Super Jars - New Stainless Steel Wire - Wide Mouth French Glass Preserving Jars with Rounded Bodies, Glass Lids & Natural Rubber Seals - Zero Waste Packaging (3, 2000ml - 64oz - SS)
Le Parfait glass preserving jars with NEW Stainless Steel wires, presented elegantly within environmentally friendly, compostable packaging.
Indoor Kitchen Stainless Steel Compost Bin – White – 1.2 Gallon Container with Double Charcoal Filter for Odor Absorbing - Perfect Caddy for Any Counter Top - Non Stick Bucket for Easy Tossing
You can let the scraps build up during the week without worrying about attracting flies, pests and bad smells into your home
Organic Cotton Produce Bags, Large Reusable Canvas Muslin Storage and Organizing Drawstring Fabric Bag for Shopping, Laundry, Grocery, Vegetable, Gift & More, 5 Bulk Washable 11.5 x 13.5 Inch Cloth
Ideal for culinary use such as storage for grain, fruit and vegetable, strainer for tea, yogurts, juice and nut milk, cooking herbs and spices into broths, storing precious kitchen utensils. Also as a cheesecloth.
STONCEL Pack of 2 Cotton Net Shopping Tote Ecology Market String Bag Organizer (White)
Eco-Friendly - Replace your paper and plastic bags with these cotton reusable bags
Silicone Stretch Lids,12 Pack Reusable Durable and Expandable Lids to Keep Food Fresh,Fit Various Sizes and Shapes of Containers Food Covers or Bowl Covers,6 Sizes, White
The silicone stretch lids used food grade material, non-toxic, durable ,soft texture, which is 100% Phthalate, Lead, Plastic and BPA free without worrying about yours and your family’s health.
Wegreeco Reusable Bowl Covers - Set of 3,Bloom
Non-toxic, phthalate-free, lead-free, BPA free, PVC free, No heavy metals and Food safe fabric. Made with a highly water-resistant lining to keep moisture in and clean up quick and easy.
Natural Unpaper Towels
100% cotton flannel on one side, and absorbent & antimicrobial bamboo & organic cotton french terry on the other to quickly wipe up spills.
Remember, if you are new to natural living, the best way to get started is by beginning slowly. Start making small changes and ease yourself into it. It is something that can get overwhelming quickly.
And slow changes are the best way that I’ve found to keep myself sane.
