Sharon Kephart

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.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu of meals and ingredients for my household of 2.

I will only purchase the items on my grocery list and avoid impulse purchases.

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

I will resist the suggestion to buy the quantity advertised on sale and only buy what I know I will eat.

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 learn about food storage and store food based on best practices to keep it from spoiling before it is used.

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.

I will create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 2.

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