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Melanie Bentz

Washington County Staff

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 137 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    4.3
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    15
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    1.9
    pounds
    food waste prevented
  • UP TO
    2.0
    conversations
    with people

Melanie's actions

Kids

Talk About Wasting Food

I will have a discussion with my 2 children about the importance of not wasting food.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Shopping

Eat Before Shopping

I will resist impulse buys by eating a snack or meal before going grocery shopping. Those who grocery shop on an empty stomach spend 64% more than not-hungry shoppers.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Planning

Learn About and Choose a Meal Plan Style

I will explore different meal plan techniques and choose one that works for my household.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Kids

Get Involved in the Kitchen

I will involve my 2 children in meal planning, prepping and cooking activities.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Kids

Use Kids' Lunch Leftovers

I will have my 2 child/children save their unopened snacks or uneaten fruits and veggies to eat later or incorporate into a new meal.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

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