as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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suggest two ways to reduce waste when grocery shopping
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1. purchase items that do not require excessive packaging.
2. bring reusable shopping bags and containers, and avoid using plastic shopping bags.
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