With the rising cost of living and the uncertainty in the world, it's no wonder many of us want to save money where we can. One of the easiest ways is in the kitchen - which is great news, seeing as a typical UK family throws away £840* worth of food a year.
What's even more shocking is that plenty of those scraps can be saved and savoured - and many of them are loaded with nutrients. Check out the health benefits of your kitchen leftovers and these clever, waste-free ways of using them...
AVOCADO STONES
Avocados are packed full of goodness, but the stone is thrown away when, believe it or not, using it in a 'tea' can aid digestion. 'Simply place the avocado stone in a small pan of water and simmer for five minutes,' says Emilie Vanpoperinghe, co-founder of Oddbox. 'Chop finely, then add to your teapot and infuse in boiling water for five minutes. Strain into your cup and stir in some honey?'
VEGETABLE PEELINGS
We usually peel potatoes, carrots or parsnips then bin the skin. But the peelings are fibre packed and full of antioxidants. Instead, turn them into healthy crisps. Spritz with olive oil and bake at 200C/Gas 6 for 15 to 20 minutes.
Every day 4.4 million potatoes go to waste in UK homes*.
FLOPPY CELERY
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
'SEEING MY NAME ON TV IS SURREAL'
Loose Women newbie Olivia Attwood Dack on joining the hit show, marriage and career goals
THE MISSING PIECE
My earliest memory of my older sister Priya wasn’t one where she was present, but rather, the realisation of her absence.
WEEKNIGHT WINNERS
Rustle up these tasty family dinners with just five easy ingredients
SMILING THROUGH CANCER
Like most mums, when my kids are upset I’ll do almost anything to turn their frowns upside down, whether it’s making Max, 11, his favourite chocolate cake or putting on silly voices for Georgia, eight, when she’s had a bad day at school.
BRAVERY AMIDST SUCH HORROR
The Woman's Own columnist has her say on dinner time, posh grub and wet summers
RELAX & RESET
For farm-to-table food and a game-changing spa, head for the dramatic Dolomites
HELP! I'M TURNING INTO MY MUM
As the years pass, Heather Main, 39, realises she’s inheriting more and more of her mother’s traits
I WAS MISTAKEN FOR MY HUSBAND'S MISTRESS!
When Gemma Loveden, 38, lost l6st, a family member was convinced she was someone else...
Denise confesses I'MA MORNING SEX PERSON'
Never one to mince her words, Denise Welch is much-loved by fans for her refreshing honesty.
Cat & Ben SNUBBED!
Are the This Morning hosts feeling disgruntled after missing out on an NTA nomination in favour of Alison?