We are currently wasting an average of 180 kg. of food per year. A figure that we could reduce because most of this waste occurs in our homes.

The production of these foods requires the use of fertilizers and pesticides in addition to an increase in CO2 emissions. Which means that we are increasing environmental pollution.

Reduce food waste in homes, involves a change in our daily living habits taking into account aspects such as not overdoing the food portions so that nothing is left on the plate, looking at the expiration dates or taking care of the way we store food so that it lasts as long as possible without spoiling.

Today we show you some actions that we can apply to reduce food waste:

Fresh foods are not always the best option

Fresh foods are an excellent option, especially if they are organic and come from the area. Their short life can mean that if we do not consume them in time, they can go bad and generate food waste..

If you are one of the people who goes shopping every day, they are a good option; If, on the other hand, you are one of those who buy once a week or fortnight, it is better that we pay attention to these foods and consume them as soon as possible.

Apart from fresh products, we can find dehydrated, vacuum-packed or preserved products which are another interesting option that makes food last longer.

And of course, getting the most out of freezing of products.

Arrange food so that it is visible

The order of food is very important for know everything we have and what we should consume more quickly. Good food order is characterized by storing them in containers and containers in such a way that everything we have is visible at first glance without creating lines that make it difficult to see what is behind.

If the containers are not transparent, using labels to indicate their contents and their expiration date are a good option to maintain order.

Finish/empty products

Jars of jam, ketchup, mayonnaise or any other sauce are usually difficult to empty. When we throw them away, there is always content inside them.

To try to take advantage of all your contentIn the case of sauce jars, adding a drop of water and shaking will help us use the remaining amount.

In the case of jam, a splash of milk will allow you to use the remains left in the jar.

Fruit/Vegetable Review

We can either store fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator, or in a container that we have in the kitchen at room temperature.

Wherever you are, it is recommended review each one of them to see the state they are in and prevent them from getting bad.

It is advisable to know what the best storage conditions are for the types of fruit and vegetables we have, trying to keep them in good condition for as long as possible.

As you can see, there are several actions that, if we apply them in our homes, will reduce food waste. From Luis Gil We join all the actions that are in our power to reduce it and save our environment.

And you, do you join these actions?