Nimo Hassan

I will plant an herb or vegetable garden at my home or community garden.

I will set aside time to prepare meals in advance.

I will learn about food labels and not throw food out just based on the date on the package, but instead check the smell and color to see if it has gone bad.

Bigger carts make us feel like we need to fill them! Use a hand basket to improve grocery store discipline and prevent over-purchasing.

When life gives me lemons (or other citrus peels), I will use the rinds to make a nontoxic cleaner.

I will resist impulse buys by eating a snack or meal before going grocery shopping. Those who grocery shop on an empty stomach spend 64% more than not-hungry shoppers.

I will scale down the recipe of a meal to make just the right amount for my household of 9 so we eat everything up.

I will freeze fruits and veggies, such as overripe bananas or avocados, to use later in smoothies.

I will volunteer 4 hours to support existing community food waste reduction and recovery efforts like gleaning or for a food bank.

In addition to using up my edible food, I will keep any extra scraps out of the trash by separating them for backyard composting, curbside pickup, or a drop-off program.