5000 people were fed from what could have been discarded as trash

Currently, commercial standards are so high that if a vegetable or fruit has a strange shape or a different size than normal, it cannot be sold. Even if it is perfectly suitable for human consumption. This means that one third of food worldwide is being wasted. We recommend: Did you know that 10.4 million tons of food are wasted in Mexico? Fortunately, a group of volunteers has started a series of actions to raise awareness about this issue. The campaign, called “Feeding the 5000,” collects food that is not “pretty” enough to sell and rescues it from ending up in the trash. We recommend: Stop mixing trash and learn to recycle with these simple steps. According to Tristram Stuart, one of the program's volunteers, large amounts of good food are being wasted throughout the supply chain, from farms, factories, and supermarkets, to restaurants and homes. We recommend: Craving a curry? Choose your favorite from these recipes and enjoy. The group of volunteers approaches these centers, mainly supermarkets, and asks them to donate food that has been discarded due to its shape or color instead of throwing it away. Once the hundreds of pounds of food are recovered, the team organizes to prepare meals for around 5000 people. We recommend: Take a culinary tour through the states of the country with these exquisite recipes. This aims to help society understand the impact of food waste. They have demonstrated, in various events organized around the world, that it is possible to cook delicious dishes with “ugly” but good quality vegetables. It is in our power to use food more efficiently and make the most of what we have at home. Avoid buying large quantities and plan your meals so you are clearer about which ingredients you will need. This way, you can ensure that you will use all the food and have no waste. We recommend: With these tips, make the most of your groceries!