For starters, that food could be a vital lifeline for people who are food insecure. In Nashville alone, more than 73,000 people lack access to the food they need to stay healthy, according to Feed America data. There are serious environmental concerns as well. Food waste makes up 24% of municipal landfill input and contributes to 6.1% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. It also hits you in the wallet: On average, a person wastes $759 on uneaten food each year.

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