Of all the food supply in the country between 30 to 40 percent goes to waste.

There are many reasons for this, as food can go bad, or get damaged on its way to the consumer, over-ordering. But consumers also play a role when we buy too much, cook too much and throw too much away.

As we celebrate Earth Day and its 50th anniversary on April 22, it’s crucial to be aware and learn some new ways we can do our part at home.

Amanda Allen, a dietician at HyVee, has some tips on how to do that by shopping and eating sustainably.

“It doesn’t have o be and all or nothing situation, if there’s one thing we can incorporate that can make a huge difference and decrease our carbon footprint,” Allen said.

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Social distancing guidelines can be difficult enough if you and your family are healthy. But it adds a layer of concern and care for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s and their caretakers.

Kristen Hilty, a care consultant with the Alzheimer’s Association, explains how a stay-at-home order, social distancing and the response to the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the organization and the families it serves.

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