Food Waste: A Global Problem with Serious Environmental and Social Consequences

Food Waste: A Global Problem with Serious Environmental and Social Consequences

Food waste is a major global problem that has serious environmental and social consequences. Every year, 1.3 billion tons of food is lost or wasted globally, which is enough to feed over three billion people. This waste contributes to nearly eight to 10 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions, which is on the scale of what a large country would produce. The greatest contributors to food waste are high-income countries, where the average consumer wastes between 95-115 kilograms of food per year. In Canada, approximately 60 percent of food produced is lost or wasted per year, costing an estimated $49.5 billion. This figure constitutes about half the annual food purchase costs in Canada and three percent of Canada’s 2016 GDP.

M&S Slammed for Selling Free Chip Shop ‘Scraps’ for £2

M&S Slammed for Selling Free Chip Shop ‘Scraps’ for £2

Marks and Spencer is facing backlash for selling chip shop ‘scraps’ for £2. The scraps, which are described as “scraps of our light and crispy batter,” are typically given away for free at fish and chip shops. Customers have taken to social media to express their outrage, with one saying, “My lovely Dad owned two fish and chip shops over 30 years and would turn in his grave seeing those sold for £2.”

Artificial Sweetener in Cake Leads to Girl’s Death in Patiala

Artificial Sweetener in Cake Leads to Girl’s Death in Patiala

A 10-year-old girl in Patiala, Punjab, tragically lost her life after consuming a cake containing excessive amounts of artificial sweetener. Officials revealed that the cake contained high levels of saccharine, a sweetener that can quickly raise blood glucose levels when consumed in large quantities. The girl’s entire family also fell ill after eating the cake.

The Surprising Benefits of Cooking with a Cold Skillet

The Surprising Benefits of Cooking with a Cold Skillet

Contrary to popular belief, starting with a cold skillet can often produce better results for a wide range of foods. This method allows for more even cooking, prevents scorching and burning, and enhances flavor. Discover the advantages of using a cold skillet for cooking nuts, fried eggs, butter, garlic, pork chops, omelets, spices, bacon, crispy skin chicken, steak, grilled cheese, mornay sauce, shrimp, and salmon.

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