00:00Food waste is to blame for 8-10% of yearly global greenhouse gas emissions.
00:05The Food and Agriculture Organization even claims the amount of yearly food waste,
00:10119 billion tons in the US alone, could feed 1.26 billion hungry individuals.
00:18How can you do your part to live sustainably and cut food waste in your home?
00:23Forbes reiterates the simplest way to be more conscious
00:26is to only buy what you are really going to use.
00:30Additionally, storing your fresh produce and pantry staples correctly can also limit your food waste.
00:37For example, keep your milk and other dairy products at the back of your fridge.
00:41They won't spoil so quickly.
00:43Use lemons where possible to prevent browning
00:46and soak your berries in diluted vinegar before rinsing and refrigerating to prolong their life.
00:52Try drying out your herbs and store the same types of fruit and veg together.
00:57Many emit a gas called ethylene and can cause others to deteriorate faster.
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