I don't really have much money... Of my month's earnings, around 60% goes on rent, council tax and bills and that is before I even consider buying food, or costs of transport to get to work!
I live pretty basically... I buy toiletries from Lush, which I consider a good investment as they last for ages. I use Green People toothpaste which again, lasts for a good while, even though it costs a bit more.
I use a veg box scheme and the local market for food and washing up liquid... I buy spices from independent Indian shops up the road from me and occasionally go to Sainsburys, or Waitrose. I prefer to support local businesses to be honest.
I'd say I spend around £60 per month on food, though being on a low income is crappy and I dread bank holidays because it means I'll be worse off.
I'd love to be more decadent and buy clothing from more 'ethical' places than New Look... I know one day, things will be easier!
I'm as 'whole food' and 'organic' as possible though, it can be done on a budget to a certain degree. I do buy the occasional treat mind...
But companies I avoid tend to be Nestle, Coca Cola and the big polluters. I point blank will not buy from them. Granted, I have bought Pepsico in the past but I think they might allow trade union and environmental abuse too?
Oh and I also get dental insurance, by paying a small amount a month. I hate it, but the treatment I am having now I could not afford otherwise!
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