The magazine Real Simple has recently provided 8 great tips to reducing waste while shopping at your local grocery store. Anyone can implement these changes and they will have a large impact on the evironment.

The tips are as follows: 
1. Skip single-serving items
2. Purchase juice concentrates
3. Avoid disposable goods
4. Use your own canvas or string bags
5. Use produce bags only for moist or small, loose items
6. When possible, purchase goods in cans or glass
7. Look for multipurpose cleaners 
8. Purchase products that have been made from recycled materials 

Read the full article and the reasons for the tips at Real Simple

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