Amanda Rose

Participant Impact

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

Completed
One-Time Action

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 10 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

COMPLETED 19
DAILY ACTIONS

I will spend 5 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Watch a food waste documentary to understand how I can be a better advocate for food waste reduction.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Reflection Question
Food Whole Foods Diet

Michael Pollan states that "it is better to pay the grocer (our edit: or the farmer!) than the doctor." What are your thoughts on this?

Amanda Rose 10/04/2018 1:57 PM

I have, over the course of time, adopted the philosophy that I would rather spend a little more up front to take care of myself.

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Reflection Question
Health Avoid refined sugar

Before you started this challenge, did you think you were 'addicted' to sugar? How do you feel now?

Amanda Rose 10/04/2018 1:55 PM

I can always tell that my body is happy when I'm avoiding the refined sugar because my skin clears up pretty quickly - what's wonderful is that I can still enjoy sweet in the form of honey and fruit. :) I have to much of a sweet tooth to go without all things sweet.

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Amanda Rose 10/03/2018 2:56 PM

Couldn't make it to yoga today but DID manage to sneak in a 20 minute meditation session - excited about making this a daily habit!

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