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How to Save Money with a Plant-Based Meal Plan

February 4February 3Posted in FoodTagged ecogreenlove, environment, food, go green, green living, green solutions, grocery shopping, Health, on a budget, plant based, save money, tips, vegan, vegetarianLeave a comment

Getting your grocery budget in order is essential, but did you consider the dual impact of embracing plant-based eating and money-saving techniques? Enjoying fresh produce — and reducing or eliminating meat from your diet — doesn’t have to create added expense.

You don’t have to live on a diet of ramen noodles and over-processed, inexpensive junk to save cash. Instead, plan for a creative, plant-based diet that benefits your health, the environment and your wallet all at once. Here’s how you can save money with a plant-based meal plan.

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Global Food Waste [Infographic]

April 24April 25Posted in Food, Sustainable GuideTagged best by, ecogreenlove, food, food label, food waste, grocery shopping, infographic, Landfill, sell by, use by2 Comments

Food that is produced and never eaten is a truly needless and avoidable form of waste. Because many people forget the value of food, they perhaps don’t realise how much they throw away every day. Any improvements to the efficacy of the food supply chain are incredibly important.

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How to Pick fresh, ripe Fruits and Vegetables [Infographic]

February 27March 6Posted in FoodTagged ecogreenlove, food, food waste, grocery shopping, how to pick fruit, how to pick vegetables, infographic, pro tip, tips1 Comment

It is always the same story. After a long day of grocery shopping, you’re excited to finally eat that avocado you bought. But it is not as “ripe and ready to eat” as the packaging claims, in fact, it is hard as a rock.

If only there were a way to know, in the store, which fruits and vegetables were ready to eat. Luckily, there is! This visual guide from Pounds to Pocket will show you how to pick out fresh, ripe fruits and vegetables every single time.

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