Eat for the Earth
Some food choices are better for the planet than others. They use less energy and fewer resources
resource
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a supply of something that can be used when needed
(noun)
I have the resources to grow a beautiful garden.
. Here are some environmentally friendly food tips.
Shop Locally
local
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relating to or happening in a particular area
(adjective)
Frieda won her local spelling bee.
Shipping food a long way uses energy. Farmers’ markets sell food that was grown nearby.
Use Your Extras
Eat leftover food for lunch. Or use it in a new recipe. You will waste less food.
Eat More Plants
It takes lots of land and water to raise animals for food. Plants use less. Crunch!
Grow Your Food
Start a garden. Plant vegetables. Watch them grow! It is fun to eat what you grow.
Did You Know?
More than a billion tons
ton
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a unit for measuring weight that equals 2,000 pounds
(noun)
An elephant can weigh several tons.
of food is wasted each year. That is a lot! Most food waste happens at home. Talk to your family about how to waste less.
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