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Here's how Redditors Explored Sustainable Solutions to Mark Containers

The user expressed concerns about the environmental impact of using single-use plastic labels generated by a label machine and sought a more sustainable and efficient solution
PUBLISHED FEB 4, 2024
Cover Image Source: Minimizing food waste (representative image) | Pexels | Annushka Ahuja
Cover Image Source: Minimizing food waste (representative image) | Pexels | Annushka Ahuja

DIY hacks are crucial for saving money in households and also allow people to recycle products in the age of sustainability. In the pursuit of reducing food waste, an astute Reddit user recently sought the community's wisdom to overcome a common kitchen challenge—how to effectively label containers in the freezer. The dilemma arises once the meals are frozen, making it challenging to discern the contents of each container. The user expressed concerns about the environmental impact of using single-use plastic labels generated by a label machine and sought a more sustainable and efficient solution.

Freezing food has long been hailed as a practical approach to slashing food bills while enjoying out-of-season produce throughout the year. It's not just about the financial benefits; freezing also serves as a lifeline for leftovers, preventing them from meeting an untimely demise in the trash. According to the USDA, a staggering 30% to 40% of food in the United States goes uneaten annually, resulting in about 133 billion pounds of wasted food and a mind-boggling $161 billion in financial losses.

 Antoni Shkraba | Pexels
Healthy meals | Pexels | Antoni Shkraba | P

The repercussions of this wastage extend beyond our wallets, reaching into the realm of environmental degradation. Food waste that ends up in landfills contributes to the global pollution crisis by releasing heat-trapping gases, including the potent methane. The World Wildlife Fund estimates that fixing the food waste problem could reduce between 6 and 8% of all human-caused planet-warming gases, representing a substantial environmental gain.

Returning to the Reddit user's quandary, the community chimed in with a plethora of suggestions on how to tackle the conundrum of labeling frozen containers. The initial approach involved using a label machine, but the user expressed concerns about the resulting single-use plastic waste. Seeking a more sustainable alternative, the discussion evolved into exploring the use of markers that don't wipe off until intentionally removed.

Image Source: Reddit |  u/SmartyChance
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Image Source: Reddit | u/SmartyChance 11

Among the suggestions, one Reddit user advocated for the use of a wax pencil, proclaiming it works wonderfully. However, as with any solution, individual experiences varied. One user shared their struggle, confessing an inability to get the wax pencil to work on both glass and plastic Tupperware.

The community dialogue took an enlightening turn when another user revealed a somewhat hidden gem in the form of Chinese markers. This user attested to the effectiveness of China markers for writing on glass and plastic, under specific circumstances. They highlighted the importance of warmth, suggesting that after cooking, while everything is still warm, storing the food in containers creates an ideal scenario. The heat apparently transforms the China marker into a buttery and smooth writing tool, providing a satisfying solution to the freezer labeling challenge.

Image Source: Reddit | HereThereBeWycches
Image Source: Reddit | HereThereBeWycches

The revelation sparked a wave of agreement and shared experiences within the community. Users resonated with the effectiveness of China markers, expressing surprise that such a seemingly simple hack could make a significant difference in their kitchen routines.

Image Source: Reddit | HereThereBeWycches
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Image Source: Reddit | HereThereBeWycches ·

The conversation not only provided a solution to a specific problem but also shed light on the broader issue of food waste and its environmental implications.

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