Tony Morcos

I will plan to share meals with my 2 kids if I know they will not eat full restaurant portions.

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 create an "Eat First" area in my fridge to prioritize food that needs to be used right away for my household of 3.

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

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

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

I will ask for half-portions options or share an entrée when eating out to minimize food waste.

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 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 have a discussion with my 2 children about the importance of not wasting food.