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Reusable Bags Make You Sick? Just Propoganda from Plastic Bags Industry

Recently Canada's Environment and Plastics Industry Council stated in a report that eco friendly reusable bags may "pose a public health risk." The report was minor, and they did not suggest that reusable green bags shouldn't be used. However, per the norm, special interest groups ranging from plastic manufacturers to lumber mills manipulated the store into something greater. They have begun promoting the report out of context to serve their interests. The Environment and Plastics Industry Council report is not a cause for concern in the least. Reusable green bags are a much better option to paper and plastic for a variety of reasons ranging from the environmental toll of disposable bags to saving for companies.

These interest groups, including plastics manufacturers and deforesters are irresponsibly further stoking germophobia caused by the swine flu. What they neglected to mention is that simply washing your reusable bag after it comes into contact with contaminants will avoid any and all issues. The lumber and plastics industries have resorted to fear mongering to protect their interests, and they are doing it in both an inappropriate and unethical fashion.

Reusable bags are no different than other improvements in consumer products throughout history. During the Second Industrial Revolution (1890s) terry cloth replaced linen as the primary material for bath towels. Users experienced a better, more pleasant experience all around. However, as any parent knows when they unpack their child's summer camp luggage, towels must be washed. This has now become second nature, and most people wash and dry their towels regularly. This avoids mold, bacteria, and anything else that may be a cause for concern. Simply washing your green reusable bag after they come into contact with anything suspect will have the same effect and render the report's concerns completely unfounded.

The benefits of reusable bags outweigh any and all concerns. Green bags are longer lasting and don't fill landfills or destroy forests like their plastic and paper counterparts. At last count over 203 billion (nine zeroes), have been used this year. The effects of this are drastic and far reaching. First, the raw materials used in making disposable plastic bags include complex oils that can actually poison rivers and streams. Next, these plastic bags don't biodegrade, they photo degrade, which means while the molecules may get smaller and smaller they never actually leave the Earth.

The opposite is true of reusable bags. They are often made from RPET, which not only use recycled raw materials, but return harmlessly to the earth when you are done with them. Jason Tunick, of Factory Direct Promos (found at www.factorydirectpromos.com), an industry leader in reusable eco friendly bags, says, "Businesses of all sizes should switch over to reusable bags today. The environmental toll taken by one time use bags is simply too great to go unchecked. Our bags are made from recyclable materials, are long lasting, and leave a drastically smaller footprint on the Earth. Not only that, we help strengthen our customers' marketing messages as well." His sentiments are echoed by others in the industry.

Reusable bags aren't just great for the environment, they make economic sense too. Business owners have found that they can actually use green bags to entirely replace their plastic stock. The green bags are very affordable, and leave their customers promoting their marketing message for years to come. Don't fall prey to the confusing message being sent by the special interest groups, reusable bags are harmless, eco friendly, and the only alternative to disposable bags. Go green today!

About the Author

Matt works with Factory Direct Promos, a leader in the eco-conscious movement by offering reusable bags for shopping and groceries.

Do you use reusable bags, and what for?

I just ordered some reusable bags to use for when I go grocery shopping. I'm also thinking about using them for regular shopping at the mall, petstore, etc. Are there any places that don't let you bring your own bag?

lucky me i have no found place (market, petstores, mall, others) that forbid me carry my own bags but a friend of mine told me that in some airport, i think it was Miami, they did not allow him to carry some kind of plastic bag even there was some letters and magazine in it.

Eco Bags - Environmentally Friendly Producer of Reusable Bags

Reusable Polymer Gift Bags $5.99 The great part about gift bags is that you just stuff the gift down in there, add some tissue paper, and you're done. Your present qualifies as "wrapped" just as much as someone with spare time who sat down with scissors and tape and made precise hospital corners with wrapping paper. But it seems like such a waste. You pay a couple of bucks for something the person's just going to throw away. The recipient enjoys it for a moment (cats a bit more sometimes), and then it ends up in the trash. That's where these bags come in. They're not flimsy paper and cardboard. They're made from non-woven bonded polypropylene which means the recipient can use them again and again. The large ones are perfect to throw in the car for grocery store runs or for schlepping all your stuff when you're planning a day out and the weather is being indecisive. And the small ones make great lunch bags. When you give a gift in this bag, it's really like you're giving two gifts: the present itself and the bag they can keep on using. That sounds like winning to us. Reusable Polymer Gift Bags Water-resistant, non-woven, bonded polypropylene. Contains 25% recycled materials. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dimensions: Large Wonder Woman, Marvel Heroes, and Large Hello Kitty are 14" wide x 15" high x 4" deep. Dimensions: Star Wars is 13.75" wide x 14" high x 6" deep. Dimensions: Small Wonder Woman and Small Hello Kitty are 10" wide x 12" high x 4.25" deep. The drop (from the apex of the handle to the bag, straight down) on each is as follows: Marvel Heroes and Large Hello Kitty 9", Star Wars 8.5", Large Wonder Woman 7.5", Small Hello Kitty 6.5", Small Wonder Woman 5.5".

Reusable Cotton Teabags 3 Pk $1.99 Reusable Cotton TeabagsFLOWER VALLEY TEA BAGS.

Oliso VSQT-20 Frisper Vac-Snap Reusable Food Storage Bags - Set of 20 Quart Size Bags for FF-500 Freshkeeper $19.99 Oliso VSQT-20 Frisper Vac-Snap Reusable Food Storage Bags - Set of 20 Quart Size Bags for FF-500 Freshkeeper

Oliso VSGL-14 Frisper Vac-Snap Reusable Food Storage Bags - Set of 14 Gallon Size Bags for FF-500 Freshkeeper $19.99 Oliso VSGL-14 Frisper Vac-Snap Reusable Food Storage Bags - Set of 14 Gallon Size Bags for FF-500 Freshkeeper

Toast-it Reusable Toaster Bags (Pack of 2) $16.82 Turn your toaster into a grill using these reusable Toast-it toaster bags. Crumb-free toasting reduces cross contact and is perfect for gluten-free breads. You can grill sandwiches, pizza slices, pita bread, bacon, panini, garlic bread and more right in your toaster.Reusable up to 50 times 100-percent non-stickCare instructions: Hand wash or place in dishwasher away from heating elementHeat resistant materialPack of 2 bags

Chicago White Sox Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.56 These Chicago White Sox Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Houston Texans Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $19.73 These Houston Texans Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

New England Patriots Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.98 These New England Patriots Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $19.94 These Tampa Bay Buccaneers Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Florida Marlins Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $19.52 These Florida Marlins Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Kansas City Royals Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.77 These Kansas City Royals Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

New York Mets Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $19.94 These New York Mets Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Atlanta Braves Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.77 These Atlanta Braves Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Seattle Seahawks Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.35 These Seattle Seahawks Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Colorado Rockies Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.77 These Colorado Rockies Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Houston Astros Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.35 These Houston Astros Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Anaheim Angels Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.35 These Anaheim Angels Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Los Angeles Dodgers Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $22.85 These Los Angeles Dodgers Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Arizona Cardinals Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.77 These Arizona Cardinals Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Atlanta Falcons Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.35 These Atlanta Falcons Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Carolina Panthers Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.77 These Carolina Panthers Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Tennessee Titans Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.35 These Tennessee Titans Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Jacksonville Jaguars Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $19.94 These Jacksonville Jaguars Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Miami Dolphins Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $20.15 These Miami Dolphins Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Arizona Diamondbacks Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $22.85 These Arizona Diamondbacks Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

San Diego Chargers Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $22.85 These San Diego Chargers Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Minnesota Twins Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $22.85 These Minnesota Twins Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Cleveland Indians Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $22.85 These Cleveland Indians Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Cincinnati Bengals Reusable Bags (Pack of 6) $22.85 These Cincinnati Bengals Reusable Bags feature the team's logo on both sides. These environmentally safe bags have plenty of room for groceries, clothing, books or whatever you need.Color options: Team colorsStyle: Reusable tote bagConstruction: 100-percent woven polypropyleneEntry: Open topHandles: Double strapsDimensions: 15 inches long x 13 inches wide x 13 inches deepDrop: 13 inches

Michigan Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Oklahoma Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material an

LSU Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Spice Bags, Reusable 4 count: K $2.56 4 usable cotton bags. Ideal for bouquet grains, tea, coffee, potpourri, sachets. Use to flavor soups, stews, stocks and sauces. Regency Natural Spice Bags are also great for: shrimp and Crab boil, mulling wine or cider, corned beef spice, potpourri, sachets bulk tea, keeping nails and screws organized and storing jewelry.

Philadelphia Eagles Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Penn State Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Ohio State Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

West Virginia Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Washington Redskins Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Chicago Cubs Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Denver Broncos Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Dallas Cowboys Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Pittsburgh Steelers Reusable Shopping Bag $3.99 These officially licensed reusable bags are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags. They also have many other uses: take them to the beach, or the ballgame. They are made from a 100% non-woven polypropylene recyclable material.

Walgreens Reusable Cold Pack $17.99 This product relieves pain and reduces swelling. Recommended for wrist, elbow, knee. Can also be folded and used for headache and toothache pain relief. Remains flexible and comfortable when refrigerated or frozen. Made in China Medicines & Treatments , Pain Relief & Management , Hot & Cold Therapy , Cold Compresses or Ice Bags, Reusable

Envirosax Abbey Reusable Tote $9.95 Sunny days, sweeping the clouds away... you know how it goes! Learning how to go green can be fun for the entire family with this Reusable Abbey Tote from Envirosax. This waterproof tote easily handles 40+ lbs and 2x the volume of an average plastic bag. The reusable tote rolls up and snaps shut to a compact 1 inch x 4 inch size so you can toss one in every purse and pocket so you never forget your bags again. Machine wash and hang dry or wipe with a damp cloth for easy cleaning.

Envirosax Elmo Reusable Tote $9.95 Sunny days, sweeping the clouds away... you know how it goes! Learning how to go green can be fun for the entire family with this Reusable Cookie Monster tote. This waterproof tote easily handles 40+ lbs and 2x the volume of an average plastic bag. The reusable tote rolls up and snaps shut to a compact 1" x 4" size so you can toss one in every purse and pocket so you never forget your bags again. Machine wash and hang dry or wipe with a damp cloth for easy cleaning.

Bulk Savings 391882 Nfl Eagles Reusable Green Bags Case of 72 $202.56 Manufactured to the Highest Quality Available. Satisfaction Ensured. Great Gift Idea. Green Eagles bag with the Eagles logo on the front. Reusable bag. 15 by 13 by 7.

Walgreens Reusable Cold Compress $7.99 Works like an ice-cube pack, but provides dry moldable comfort and relief from the pain and swelling of sprains, muscle strains, bumps and bruises, minor headaches, and toothaches, even insect bites. Convenient pack and cover all in one Quickly relieves pain and swelling Soft-textured fabric Made in China Medicines & Treatments , Pain Relief & Management , Hot & Cold Therapy , Cold Compresses or Ice Bags, Reusable

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