Plan meals before shopping
Make a shopping list and stick to it
Buy only what you need
Check your pantry, fridge, and freezer before shopping
Store food properly
Label leftovers with dates
Use older food first
Freeze extra food before it spoils
Understand expiration and best-before dates
Cook appropriate portions
Serve smaller portions first
Save and reuse leftovers
Use leftover ingredients in new meals
Keep produce fresh with proper storage
Preserve food by canning, drying, or pickling
Share excess food with others
Donate safe, unopened food
Compost unavoidable food scraps
Track what you throw away
Shop more often in smaller amounts
Use a first-in, first-out system
Repurpose surplus ingredients quickly
Learn recipes that use leftovers
Avoid impulse buying
Choose imperfect produce
Support businesses that reduce food waste