Sustainable Eating
Did you know that our food choices impact the environment and future generations? Let's nourish ourselves and the planet by making mindful food choices every day. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for generations to come!
What is sustainable eating?
Sustainable eating refers to making food choices that not only nourish our bodies but also support the health of the planet and future generations. It involves adopting practices that minimize harm to the environment, promote biodiversity, and ensure the long-term availability of food resources.
Tips to work towards sustainable eating:
Incorporate more fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds into your diet. Plant-based foods typically have a lower environmental footprint compared to animal-based foods!
Processed foods often require more resources and energy to produce and package. Choose whole, minimally processed foods whenever possible!
Reduce food waste by planning your meals and using leftovers creatively. Store your food properly to minimize waste!
Buying food from farmer’s markets can support sustainable eating in several ways!
Reducws food miles
Supports independent agriculture
Reduces packaging
Preserves biodiversity
Tips to reduce food waste:
Prioritize keeping your pantry and fridge clean to help you identify the products you have. Placing products that expire sooner in the front will help reduce products that get thrown away.
Try storing food in clear containers! This will minimize forgotten foods as they can be identified much easier.
Make a shopping list before heading to the market. This will help you avoid purchasing any unnecessary items.
Store foods correctly to avoid spoilage.
Freeze any extra products you typically use less often.
Try composting!
Composting is like recycling for organic waste. It turns things like food scraps and yard trimmings into nutrient-rich soil for plants!
Start by collecting food scraps like fruit and vegetable peels in a designated container in your kitchen.
Mix your food scraps with yard waste like grass clippings or leaves in a compost bin or pile in your backyard.
Turn the compost regularly and keep it moist to help the decomposition process.
Small steps can go a long way! Making small changes in your daily routine can build habits to promote a healthier environment!