Shopping sustainably doesn't have to feel overwhelming. A Pocket Guide to Sustainable Food Shopping by journalist Kate Bratskeir gives you the practical knowledge to make greener choices every time you head to the grocery store — without the guilt or guesswork. It's a thoughtful gift for anyone who wants to eat well and tread a little lighter on the planet.
✨ What's Inside
- 🥛 Decode the dairy alternatives aisle: Find out which nondairy milks — almond, oat, rice, and more — have the smallest environmental footprint.
- 🥚 Read food labels with confidence: Learn which terms on egg cartons, meat packaging, and produce stickers you can actually trust — and which ones are just marketing noise.
- 🛒 Navigate the bulk section: Get comfortable buying loose goods and reducing single-use packaging, step by step.
- 🌍 Cut your food waste: Discover practical strategies to keep fresh food from spoiling and lower your household's carbon footprint.
- 📝 Built-in note pages + waste audit: Put the learning into action with dedicated space to track your own habits at home.
- 📦 Understand plastic packaging: Get honest, clear answers about why plastic is so prevalent and what you can realistically do about it.
💚 Why You'll Love It
- ✅ Accessible whether you're just starting out or have been living sustainably for years
- ✅ Covers real, everyday grocery store dilemmas — not just theory
- ✅ Helps you feel less guilty and more empowered at the checkout
- ✅ A meaningful, affordable gift for eco-conscious friends, family, or anyone curious about sustainable living
- ✅ Written by a food and health journalist whose work has appeared in HuffPost, Health, and Fast Company
👤 About the Author
Kate Bratskeir is a New York City-based journalist who writes about food, health, and equitable food access. Her work has been featured in HuffPost, Health, Fast Company, and more. She believes everyone deserves the tools to make informed choices about what they eat.
📋 Product Specifications
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 144
- Dimensions: 5 x 7.2 x 0.7 inches
- Publication Date: January 12, 2021
- Publisher: Books by splitShops
Ready to shop smarter and waste less? Add A Pocket Guide to Sustainable Food Shopping to your cart today — your future self (and the planet) will thank you.