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by newaccount74 1034 days ago
Do we need disposable straws?

Some people need straws (kids, disabled people), but in most cases it's better to bring your own reusable straw to fill that need rather than relying on whatever straws they have at the place you are going to.

My toddler for example will just chew up most types of straws (especially those disgusting paper straws). Bringing a stainless steel, a glass straw, or one of those cups with integrated straw is a much better alternative.

People with movement disorders will probably want something more flexible, so I guess a reusable silicone straw is probably best.

I don't think we need disposable straws.

1 comments

Kids do not need straws.
Probably not. But they like them.