Reducing Food Waste

Over-buying food is one of the causes of food waste. How can we solve this problem?

Answer explanation

To prevent over-buying, it helps to create a MENU and a SHOPPING LIST so that you only buy food items you plan to use.

Oops! I prepared more food than I can eat. What is the excess food called? What to do with all this food?

Answer explanation

The excess food is called LEFTOVERS. I can store the leftovers in the refrigerator in a sealed container and eat it at another meal.

Why is it OKAY to buy "ugly" produce?

Answer explanation

It is okay to buy "ugly" produce because even though it is looks funny, it is just as tasty and nutritious as normal looking ones.

Why are EXPIRATION DATES on food items important? What is the expiration date in the image?

(Hint: the order of the date is DAY, MONTH, YEAR)

Answer explanation

EXPIRATION DATES are important because they let you know that a food product is safe to eat until the date on the label/container.

The expiration date on the tin reads: 4th September, 2017.

You have an orange tree in your yard at home and it bears lots of oranges. It is too much for you to eat because some falls to the ground and rotten.

Give one solution to this problem.

Answer explanation

You can choose to share the excess oranges with your friends, family and neighbours .

Or, you also have the option of selling the excess oranges. Any option is better than allowing good food to go to waste.