Food Shopping Guidelines (Junior Cert Home Economics): Revision Notes
📚 Revision Notes
Food Shopping Guidelines
Follow these steps to make your food shopping efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective:
- Make a Shopping List:
- After checking what you already have at home, write down all the ingredients you need.
- Stick to your shopping list to avoid buying unnecessary items.
- Bring reusable shopping bags.
- Shop Weekly:
- Shop for food only once a week to reduce impulse buying and save time.
- Get the Best Value:
- Look for special offers in stores or on supermarket websites.
- Buy non-perishable items in bulk to save money.
- Check Use-By Dates:
- Ensure the food you buy is fresh by checking the dates.
- Remember that the freshest produce is often placed behind older stock on shelves.
- Consider Sustainability:
- Think about food miles (how far the food has travelled).
- Choose organic produce when possible.
- Select items with sustainable or minimal packaging.
- Opt for ethical options like Fairtrade products or free-range eggs.
- Follow Storage Guidelines:
- Store food properly as soon as you return home to maintain freshness and prevent waste.