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How to Wash Reusable Shopping Bags

We strongly support the use of reusable shopping bags in the effort to reduce plastic waste in the world, however due to the current health crisis, we understand how it might seem safer to use disposable bags. We’re hoping that this informative article, posted by The Spruce, written by Mary Marlowe Leverette, will help calm your fears about these plastic-reducers.

This article lists four common types of reusable bags and the best way to clean each of them. There are also general good cleaning practices for reusable bags in the article. One good practice includes not leaving your bags in your hot car- bacteria can multiply in the heat. This article is full of little tidbits that can help you protect yourself and your family as well as your fellow shoppers at the market!

https://www.thespruce.com/keep-reusable-bags-clean-and-usable-2147015

Wendy Watson-Hallowell