SCS32-W6 | Real-Life Problem Solving Challenge: Reduce Food Waste At Home

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In our various homes nowadays food waste has become a common problem in many of our homes, Every day in our daily lives, good food is thrown away because too much is cooked or our leftovers are not properly stored, some food are forgotten until it gets spoiled, This habit not only wastes money but also wastes the time and effort spent producing and preparing the food, it normally happen even in my home presently, we normally waste alot of good food that many people don't even have the opportunity to see 😣.

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My family do not realize how much food they waste until they begin to pay closer attention to it, my mum now later realize that we waste food alot then she only serve what is needed, started storing food correctly, and warming leftovers and eating them up, and at my home now we are being more careful, we can reduce waste and make better use of the food we have, by doing the right thing.

For me as responsible members of our families and communities, we should develop good habits that help us value food every single food we eat at home, When we avoid wasting food we save money, protect the environment, and show appreciation for the resources God has provided for us, Reducing food waste begins with simple choices that every one of us can make at home.

my family and i have developed simple habits that help us avoid wasting food, We always prepare meals according to the number of people at home so that little or no food is left over, my mum normally ask us wheather we are eating many that morning, afternoon, and evening before preparing the meal, Any remaining food is properly stored and eaten later instead of being thrown away, We also make a shopping list before going to the market, which helps us buy only what we need and prevents unnecessary spending.

We are also being careful on how we even cook many food at home, These arrangements have taught me that avoiding waste is not about making big sacrifices but about developing good daily habits in our daily lives in the world, By being responsible with the resources God has given us, we show gratitude for His blessings and contribute to protecting the environment, and i believe that if every family adopted these simple practices, we would create cleaner homes, stronger communities, and a more sustainable future for our selves.

And we also use our refrigerator to preserve excess food and left over, so we can prevent food waste in our family, my mum always says that things are hard now not every persons has the opportunity to even feed that their homes so we should stop food waste so that, God Almighty will not be angry with us.

In my home, the most common reason for food waste is cooking more food than we can finish, and Sometimes we prepare extra food because we expect visitors or think everyone will eat a lot, but in the end, some of it is left over, because the food is too much, If it is not stored properly it gets spoiled before anyone eats it again.

We solve this problem at my home by, cooking the right quantity of food based on the number of people at home so that we can be able to finish it all, and my mum always tells me and my siblings to take only the amount we can finish instead of serving too much and living it later, This helps us avoid throwing food away, Another thing we do at my home is storing leftover food properly, and We keep it in clean in our refrigerator as soon as possible so that it will not get spoiled later, The leftovers are then eaten the next day by us or we normally use it to prepare another meal so nothing goes to waste.

This simple habits have helped us at my home, reduce food waste and save money, and my mum always remind us to appreciate the food we have because many people do not have enough to eat or drink, By being careful with our food, we show gratitude and help protect the world.

One good habit I have that helps me reduce food waste is serving myself only the amount of food I know I can finish at home, i have learned that it is better to take a small portion first and go for more if i am still hungry,This simple habit helps me avoid leaving food on my plate, Another habit I practice is storing leftover food properly in our refrigerator after every meal I eat, This keeps the food fresh and makes it easy to eat later instead of throwing it away, any time I want to eat it I just go to the refrigerator and take the food to the gas cooker warm it very well and eat it 😁.

I also try to eat leftovers before my mum cook a new meal, I check if there is anything from the previous day that can still be eaten, This helps ensure that nothing is wasted and saves both time and money in my family,

These habits have taught me to value food and use it wisely. They help my family save money, reduce waste, and care for the environment. I believe that if everyone develops simple habits like these, we can all play a part in reducing food waste and making better use of the resources we have.

Today I prepare Beans, beans are rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, making it an excellent meal for both Adults and children, After sorting and washing the beans, i cook them until they became soft, then i added my ingredients such as palm oil, pepper, crayfish, onions, seasoning, and salt to make the meal delicious.

After preparing the beans, it is very important to store them properly so they do not get spoiled, so i allowed the cooked beans to cool completely before transferring them into a clean plates, This helps keep out dirt, insects, and harmful bacteria that can make the food unsafe for us to eat and I maked sure that the beans was soft before bringing it down from the fire, because it normally causes stomach pain if it doesn't cooked well.

To keep the beans fresh for a longer time, i store them in the refrigerator, but If i want to keep them for several days, I place them in the freezer, Whenever I need to eat the beans again, i will take only the amount I need until it is very hot before serving it to my family, I avoid leaving cooked beans outside for many hours because warm temperatures can cause them to spoil quickly.

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For me proper food storage helps prevent food waste and protects our health, By cooling the beans before storing them, using clean plates, refrigerator or freezing them, and warming them properly before serving them, we can enjoy our meal safely while reducing unnecessary waste.

I will first make sure that before I advice anyone I am not wasting any food and then i would advise every family to plan their meals before buying food stuffs at home, Making a shopping list and buying only what is needed helps prevent unnecessary purchases at home, This reduces the chances of food spoiling before it is used.

Another important piece of advice I will give is to cook the right quantity of food, Preparing only what the family can eat helps reduce leftovers, If there is extra food, it should be saved and eaten later instead of being thrown away at home,

All Families should also learn how to store food properly, Fresh foods should be kept in the freezer when it's necessary, while dry foods should be stored in clean, dry containers, Proper storage keeps food fresh for a longer time and prevents it from getting spoiled, It is also helpful to use older food items before opening new ones, Checking the kitchen regularly and eating foods that will expire or get spoiled soon can greatly reduce waste, Leftover food can also be turned into another tasty meal instead of being thrown away.

Every family should remember that food is valuable and should never be wasted in our lives today, Reducing food waste saves money, protects the environment, and shows gratitude for the blessings we receive, By practicing these simple habits every day, families can make a big difference in their homes and communities.

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