One practical step
ShoppingCheck food dates before buying
Compare label dates with planned use.
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Done when
Allow sufficient time for planned use.
Compare label dates with planned use.
Who this is for
For food shoppers also following storage instructions.
Why this matters
Avoid buying more than you can use in time.
How to do it
An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.
- Read the date type and storage conditions.
- Estimate what will be eaten or cooked beforehand.
- Choose a suitable quantity and reject damaged packaging.
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