How to Reuse Plastic Bottles for Water
- 1). Empty the bottle completely of any water that might have been sitting in it. The do a couple quick rinses with hot water to release any saliva, sweat, or dust particles that might be present in the bottle.
- 2). Wash the bottle by using a liquid dish detergent and a bottle cleaner. The insides of the bottle are just as important as the bottle opening where you'll put your mouth for drinking.
- 3). Label individual bottles with stickers or name tags, so that the same bottle does not get shared by multiple people. Sharing bottles means added germs and potential bacterial growth. Also, place the bottles in a refrigerator or freezer rather than out in an open, warm place where bacteria can multiply.
- 4). Plan to toss the bottle after one reuse in order to stay healthy and toxin free. With multiple rewashes, the plastic starts to break down, releasing the chemicals into the water. Save a trip to the doctor's office by monitoring the number of times you've washed and refilled the same bottle.
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