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About 8% of planet-heating emissions come from wasted food. About 30% to 40% of food gets wasted in the United States. Composting can help fight climate change. This guide will help you turn your food waste into beautiful earthy compost in five simple steps.

Dinnerly offers a variety of international recipes for its meal kits. Last year, Dinnerly's recipes were sometimes too simple. This year, the recipes are more developed and the prep time is closer to half an hour. Marley Spoon's flagship meal kit offers a more diverse array of international dishes.

Dr. Becky Kennedy is a New York Times best-selling author, podcast host, founder and mom of three. Dr. Becky is a clinical psychologist. She shares her parenting tips with WTC today. She also shares her tips on picky eating, schedule juggling, and keeping your cool during extra chaotic weeks.

For Earth Day, some Minnesota designers are promoting a shift toward fashion free of polyester and other synthetic materials. Danielle Everine's new spring collection at Evolve, a bi-annual showcase of designers who make clothes for The Fitting Room, an Edina boutique showcasing local designers. Daisy Aung made a headscarf out of four plain white T-shirts. Caitlin Roth transformed all-cotton denim jeans into a bohemian, power-woman dress. Tracy Call co-leads FashionMSP (the evolution of Fashion Week MN).

The Synchilla fleece from Patagonia was recommended in Filter US’s guide to the best apparel for winter running. It's made in a fair-trade-certified factory and originally cost $139 but is now available for less than $100.

New Restaurant Food Allergen Laws are a Game-Changer for Eating Out. California and New York have led the way for other states to follow their state level restaurant food allergen laws. Food allergies account for 30,000 emergency room visits and 150 deaths in the United States each year.

Hershey has updated its sustainability pledge for the first time in years. The company is focusing on three areas: how they source their ingredients, make their iconic treats and snacks and connect with consumers through their product offerings and packaging. The new strategy comes at a pivotal time for Hershey and the broader food industry as climate challenges put more pressure on ingredient supplies.