5/10/12

Remember the plastic cooler or icebox you use for picnics and tailgating parties the next time you go grocery shopping. During the summer, your car can get ultrahot in a few minutes flat. Even with air conditioning, groceries stored in the back seat of the car can still get warm very quickly. To keep frozen food and produce cool and help extend their shelf life, pack the food in an ice chest with ice packs.

5/9/12

Did you know that we throw away, on average, about $600 worth of food every year? When buying fresh produce, don't rinse the fruits and vegetables before placing them in the fridge. Any residual water on produce can actually increase the growth of bacteria and mold. Store the food dry, and rinse it before eating or cooking.

5/8/12

Many fast, casual restaurants not only serve fresh food quickly, they give you the option of using disposables or reusable items. When asked, "Is this for here or to go?" be sure you say you're eating in. Ordering "here" usually means your meal will be served on a reusable plate with metal utensils and a ceramic mug. It can help limit disposables and make your fast meal a green one, too.