Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexico: 𝟭𝟮 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 🌎(Edited 3/28/26)

Unexpected Alternatives to Plastic Packaging

Almond Butter Packaged in Glass Jars

I’m always looking for new ways to reduce everyday plastic use. Recycling and reusing help—but I’ve come to believe that reducing is what really makes a difference. 

I had three more discoveries recently. Almond butter packaged in glass was a challenge, but I found it on Amazon. Buying the M de Maní Almendrina two-pack of the largest jar size is the most economical. Even better, this is made by a Mexican company, so there are no import costs.

Stur Lemon-Lime Electrolyte Packets

 

Finding ways to avoid purchasing electrolyte solutions and sports drinks in plastic bottles has been one of my biggest goals. It’s discouraging to see how many bottles of Electrolit rehydration drinks are consumed in Mexico, each one creating another piece of plastic waste. Discovering Stur electrolyte packets was a real win. I ordered it online from iHerb.

One packet mixed into a 16-ounce reusable water bottle provides effective hydration with a good balance of potassium and sodium. As I’ve mentioned before, Clamato is one of my favorite post-walk drinks after time in the heat—which is why I couldn’t resist sneaking it into the photo above.

I Switched to Nellie's Dishwasher Detergent in a Metal Tin

I cringe every time I reach for my dishwasher detergent and pick up that familiar plastic jug of Cascade Dishwasher Detergent. I try to make it last longer by only filling the dispenser about two-thirds full, but even then, I know I’ll eventually need to replace yet another plastic container.

So I was genuinely excited to discover Nellie’s Dishwasher Powder Tin—a dishwasher detergent that comes packaged in a reusable metal tin. Even better? It works just as well as what I was using before.

Nellie’s is made in Canada, so importation fees make it a bit more expensive here in Mexico. I purchased mine through iHerb. Another plastic-free option is Cascade Complete Powder Dishwasher Detergent, which comes in a cardboard box instead of plastic. However, it’s also imported into Mexico and tends to cost more than the standard Cascade Dishwasher Detergent in plastic packaging.

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Healthy Living and Traveling in Mexico: 𝟭𝟬 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲   

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