Would you ever eat a banana peel? How about beet leaves? In this episode, Carleigh Bodrug, author of "Plant You" and host of "Scrappy Cooking", shares all the ways we can reduce food waste. One of Carleigh's main tips is to use food scraps creatively instead of discarding them. She suggests using vegetable peels, stems, and other "waste" parts in broths, sauces, or even as a base for new meals. This not only helps reduce waste but also maximizes the nutritional value of the food purchased

Learn how agriculture, especially industrial farming, is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. Carleigh advocates for a shift toward plant-based eating as a means to reduce our environmental footprint, noting that plant-based diets generally require fewer resources and produce fewer emissions than animal-based diets.

By sharing her practical, easy-to-follow tips for eating more sustainably

Carleigh emphasizes that we have more power than we think in contributing to a sustainable food system. By making mindful choices, reducing waste, and opting for plant-based meals, everyone can help reduce the negative environmental impact of the food system.

For more information on Carleigh go to plantyou.com

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