FOOD WASTE PRESENTATION

FOOD WASTE

-Emanuele Dessì-

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Every year in the UK, seven to ten million tons of food are wasted.The cost of food waste is significant – estimates show that it costs an average family £700 per year.

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REASONS FOR FOOD WASTE

There are many reasons why food is wasted, some of the most common items that are wasted: Bread, Fruit and Vegetables, Starchy Foods, Meat, Chicken, Fish, Fizzy Drinks, Milk.

REDUCING FOOD WASTE

When food waste goes to landfill, it rots and during the process methane gas is produced and contributes to global warming. Consumers should use food waste bins wherever possible. Reducing waste is a priority for both the economy and the environment. The UK is making progress but still has a long way to go. Despite the amount of food wasted there are an increasing number of people who are in food poverty and rely on food banks.

REDUCING FOOD WASTE

Common causes of food waste when shopping may include: buying multi-pack items that may not get used impulse shopping – write a list and stick to it; tempting offers – work out if they really are a good deal confusion over date labels – be familiar with what they mean. Chose the food with the longest date.

USING LEFTOVERS

For many reasons, including social, financial and environmental, it makes sense to eat the most of the food we grow, buy and cook. This includes using leftovers smartly. Leftover ingredients can be used to create an exciting range of dishes and not just sandwiches with the cold meat left over from Sunday! However, it is important to remember that leftovers should be stored correctly and, unless they have been frozen, used within 48 hours of when they were made.

ENJOY YOUR MEAL!

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used websites:

1. https://www.foodafactoflife.org.uk/14-16-years/
2. https://www.businesswaste.co.uk/food-waste-the-facts/#:~:text=While%20there%20are%20many%20provisions,UK%20are%20in%20food%20poverty.