My zero-waste kitchen switch is shrinking my trash and my spending

Started bringing my own jars to the bulk store, and it's amazing how much less I buy. Does cutting down on packaging waste help your finances too?

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the_quinn7mo ago

Jars beat bags every time. That 'shrinking trash and spending' line hits home. Started doing the jar thing last year. My grocery bills dropped like a rock. Also makes you realize how much crap you don't need. Forced me to meal plan, which cut impulse buys.

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the_lily7mo ago

Try storing a five-pound bag of rice in a jar sometime. You'll run out of shelf space before you run out of groceries. The jar method works best for dry goods, not bulk purchases.

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nancy_davis757mo ago

Right? The jars just make it so visual. I got way better at using stuff up before it goes bad, which saved me a ton.

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