Always Taking Out The Trash? Here Are 4 Tips To Produce Less Waste

In line with her wellness philosophy that centers around simplicity, she believes in small changes that make a big difference. She spoke to us about this and much more, so check out the full conversation. Here are a few of her top tips for making your kitchen more sustainable.

Sophia talks about the common issue we all face of being left with bad produce after stuffing it in the back of the fridge. To limit the amount of produce that goes to waste, she recommends grabbing some inspiration online or from cookbooks before heading out to the farmers market or grocery store—this way you have more direction about what to buy, and you’ll likely waste less.

Yes, just like plants, Sophia recommends putting your plants in water in the fridge to keep them from going bad. If you’ve already missed the boat on this one and your veggies are looking less than perky, plop 'em in a cup of water and see how they fare.

First off, when you bring food home you’ll want to store it in glass jars. If that’s not feasible or you run out of storage, a great backup plan is washing takeout containers, plastic packaging— whatever you have—and using it as a container.

Her story and actionable advice will inspire you to find what works for you and create consistency in your wellness routines. You’ll want to listen to the whole episode to hear even more, including tips for how to develop a rejuvenating morning routine, and why journaling is the self-care practice to consider right away.