Reducing Food Waste at Home

Reducing food waste is one of the easiest and most effective ways to live more sustainably — and it’s something I actively work on every day. Not only does wasting less food help the planet, it also saves money, time, and unnecessary stress.

Food waste contributes significantly to climate change, with vast amounts of edible food ending up in landfill every year. When food rots in landfill, it releases methane — a greenhouse gas far more potent than CO₂. The good news? Small, realistic changes at home can make a huge difference in reducing food waste.

Here are the most effective habits I’ve adopted to reduce the amount of food I waste — without making life harder. By focusing on reducing waste, you can easily make a positive impact at home as well.

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September 5, 2022

Brand Reviews

How to Make Delicious Soya Milk

A fantastic recipe from our new local Noodle bar: Noodle Nana, in Northwich, Cheshire.

“For anyone who is into soya milk or thinking about going dairy free, give it a try and you would be surprised how good it tastes. It is incredibly easy to make too.’

Noodle Nana

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

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May 19, 2022

Jungle Culture Coconut Shell Bowls

Brand Reviews

Product Review: Jungle Culture Coconut Shell Bowls

Jungle Culture coconut shell bowls have become hugely popular in the zero‑waste and eco‑living space — and for good reason. Made from reclaimed coconut shells that would otherwise be discarded, these bowls are a beautiful example of turning waste into something genuinely useful.

As someone always on the lookout for plastic‑free, low‑impact alternatives, I wanted to see whether these bowls live up to the hype. In this review, I’ll cover the sustainability credentials, build quality, practical everyday use, and whether coconut bowls are actually worth investing in for an eco‑conscious home.

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes

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May 14, 2022

Brand Reviews / Ethical Living

Food Wraps that Won’t Cost the Earth

Reusable wraps made with bees wax or (vegan) soy, which just required a quick wash with cool, soapy water after use.

Why swap plastic wrap for reusable food wraps?

Plastic cling film is single-use, petroleum-based, and rarely recyclable. It’s used for minutes but can persist in the environment for hundreds of years. Reusable food wraps offer a practical alternative that fits easily into everyday life, helping to reduce household plastic waste without sacrificing convenience.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

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December 17, 2018