Canadians Wasting Billions on Uneaten Food; Creative Solutions Offer Hope

The average Canadian household wastes 79kg of food per year, costing $49 billion in wasted food annually. This has environmental impacts and is like "throwing money down the drain".

Social media trends like "scrappy cooking" are bringing attention to reducing food waste by creatively using ingredients like citrus peels.

With rising food prices, there is renewed interest in reducing waste. Techniques like pickling, freezing, and meal planning can significantly cut waste.

Cooking at home is the most economical way to eat. Simple habits like fridge cleanouts and making stock from scraps can reduce waste.

Start small when reducing food waste - add one new habit at a time, like making omelettes with leftover vegetables.