Sustainable Eating
What is food waste?
Food waste refers to uneaten food that is thrown away, poured down the drain, or left unharvested in fields.
What are some reusable alternatives to Ziploc bags and plastic wrap when packing school lunches?
Reusable containers. They help cut down on plastic waste and can be used multiple times.
A Hadith, narrated by Abu Hurairah (رضي الله عنه), describes how a human being should never fill their stomach beyond this proportion, emphasizing balance. What fraction of the stomach should be filled with food, drink, and air, respectively?
One-third food, one-third drink, one-third air
What is one of the biggest environmental problems caused by disposable food packaging?
Pollution and waste buildup. Food packaging takes a lot of resources to produce and often ends up in landfills, pollutes water, or harms wildlife.
How can you reduce waste when buying snacks?
Buy food in bulk or larger containers instead of individually wrapped snacks. This reduces the amount of plastic and paper used in packaging.
This macronutrient is the body's primary source of energy and is found in foods like bread, rice, and pasta. What is it?
carbohydrates
In Surah Al-A'raf (7:31), what does Allah SWT command people to do regarding food and drink?
Eat and drink but do not waste. Islam encourages moderation and discourages unnecessary waste of food and resources.
What can you bring instead of using disposable cutlery for school, work restaurants etc and why?
Reusable utensils or straws. These help reduce plastic waste and are more environmentally friendly.
In the Plate Method, it’s advised that you choose this kind of food over its refined counterpart, as it retains more nutrients and fiber. What is it?
Whole grains
What is the name of the city program that helps reduce food waste by turning discarded food into compost?
The organics program (or Green Bin program). This program processes food scraps into nutrient-rich compost that can be used for soil.
How does food packaging thrown into nature harm marine life and birds?
Animals can mistake it for food and eat it, which can be harmful or fatal. They can also get tangled in plastic waste, leading to injury or death.
what is the plate method
The Plate Method is a simple and effective way to create balanced meals, ensuring you get the right proportion of nutrients.
How much food does the average Canadian household waste every year, according to the National Zero Waste Council?
140 kilograms of food per year, which equals over $1,300 worth of wasted groceries per household.
What five major resources are used to produce food packaging?
Energy, water, chemicals, petroleum, and minerals. These resources are heavily used in manufacturing food packaging, contributing to pollution and environmental damage.
What are macronutrients and what are the main ones?
Macronutrients are the nutrients that provide energy (calories) and are essential for the body's growth, repair, and overall function. The three main macronutrients are carbohydrates, proteins and fats.