1. Consuming basic and organic products
If budget is a priority for you, whole foods are not only healthier but also cheaper. Indeed, most staple foods, such as potatoes, pasta, beans and whole grains for example, are very affordable and can be used as a cost-effective base for many dishes. Beyond the financial aspect of this choice, the health aspect is much more important. Several studies (1) published between 2007 and 2014 suggest that vegetables and fruits, such as apples and grapes, are generally the foods that contain the most pesticide residues. Unfortunately, this exposure to high levels of pesticides has an impact on children's development, including but not only cognitive development. Buying organic has not become a fad, eating organic has become vital for the future of every family.
2. Buy local and in small shops
Big retailers are often preferred by consumers, but they have nothing to be envious of. The producers behind each product sold in these shops do not know what their future will be like because unfortunately the price battle affects their quality of life. Local consumption is important because everyone is paid what they are worth and no one feels persecuted by ever greater economic objectives that are less and less respectful of human beings. We can conclude that buying local means putting people at the heart of the economy.
3. Make a list to buy only what is needed.
Thinking a day or even a week ahead and planning your meals and snacks accordingly can help you take a breather while saving time, money and stress. Go shopping once a week, buying only what you need. Refuse anything you don't need and buy your items in bulk to save money.
4. Take your packaging to avoid creating waste.
Waste management is a pillar for the conservation of our planet; paper packaging in shops only displaces the problem without really solving it. Buying products in bulk or shopping with reusable bags should be encouraged. Ignoring the negative impact of a simple careless act can have disastrous consequences for the environment when we all do the same. Let's say no to disposable packaging.
5. Read the labels, the fewer ingredients the better!
Processed products with an incomprehensible (to the average person) list of ingredients should be a wake-up call to the average person who wants to be careful about their consumption and that of their family. Local and organic products are made with conscience and expertise, and the taste of good things comes from choosing the right products.
6. Avoid buying because it is cheap
Behind the low prices is very often a victim, poor quality products, people who are pushed to the limit to satisfy shareholders who have no regard for human values.
7. Buying second-hand
The item does not become waste
Buying second-hand allows the reuse of products in good condition that were destined for destruction. Every gesture counts and this is one of them!
You save money
A second-hand purchase allows for the reuse of an item that has already been used and is "used" but still usable, so why not give it a second life ?
8. Check the brand, country of origin,
manufacturing conditions, material