Manufacturers of household tissue products have been blasted in the news recently. Turns out that the soft tissues and strong napkins that so many people prefer are made with virgin paper pulp, often from old-growth forests. In response, Greenpeace has published a paper buying guide to help consumers find recycled paper products, and also avoid potentially hazardous bleaching processes. Among the top recommended brands are Green Forest and Seventh Generation, both of which can be found at many local grocery chains. Also listed are the Trader Joe’s, Natural Value, and 365 brands. Switching to a recycled or unbleached tissue doesn’t always mean sacrificing comfort either, with textures similar to regular brands. According to Greenpeace, Americans could save more than 400,000 trees if each family bought recycled toilet paper, just once. Isn’t it worth it to try a new product?
Find the paper guide at www.greenpeace.org.
