Did you know that 160,000 plastic bags are being used every SECOND around the world? Most of them are only used for a few minutes and they are not being recycled properly and eventually end up in landfills or as litter. The alternative to single-use plastic bags is to bring your own reusable bags like cotton totes or even a previously used paper bag. If you are just buying one or two items, another option is to just carry them in your hands.