Angela Dahlstrom

Washington County Staff

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
755 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

221

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

75

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

1.0

advocacy action

completed
UP TO

83

pounds

food waste prevented

Angela's actions

Planning

Track My Wasted Food

I will track the food that my household of 2 throws out so I can learn what we're wasting and why.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Storage

Be Smart About Food Labels

I will learn about food labels and not throw food out just based on the date on the package, but instead check the smell and color to see if it has gone bad.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Storage

Properly Store Apples

I will properly store apples by keeping them on the counter for up to 7 days and then moving them to the refrigerator.I will keep them away from bananas and avocados, since those speed ripening. I will properly store 5 apples.

COMPLETED 29
DAILY ACTIONS

Planning

Try a Food Tracking App

I will download and use an app that helps me track and manage my food.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Kids

Share Meals at Restaurants

I will plan to share meals with my 1 kids if I know they will not eat full restaurant portions.

COMPLETED 29
DAILY ACTIONS

Kids

Visit a Farm

I will visit a local pizza farm, teaching farm, or CSA grower to educate myself and my children on farm-to-table concepts.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Storage

Learn About Food Storage

I will learn about food storage and store food based on best practices to keep it from spoiling before it is used.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Storage

Rotate My Foods

When I restock my fridge or pantry, I will put new items in the back and bring older items to the front to be used first.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Cooking

Set a Timer

I will set a timer to keep me on track with kitchen tasks and cooking and baking times so that I don't ruin food.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Get Social

I will share information about food waste and the actions that I am taking on social media.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

Angela Dahlstrom 8/16/2024 10:15 AM

I have noticed when I am grocery shopping, I am more aware of making mindful purchases. I am not buying extra produce that tends to spoil more quickly.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Storage Rotate My Foods

How has rotating your foods changed your awareness of what you have on hand? Have you changed any of your shopping habits because of this practice?

Angela Dahlstrom 8/05/2024 7:44 AM

I am more aware of what is in the fridge, and amount of item left. That awareness helps me be more mindful of not purchasing items not yet in need.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Kids Share Meals at Restaurants

Have you ever shared meals with your kids at restaurants before? What have you learned about restaurant portion sizing?

Angela Dahlstrom 8/05/2024 7:43 AM

I have shared meals on dates and with my grandkids. There often is enough for two people with one meal.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Planning Track My Wasted Food

What did you find you are tossing the most? How can you change your habits to avoid wasting this food?

Angela Dahlstrom 8/01/2024 6:37 AM

I found I am tossing produce the most. I find the bag ready to eat salads get slimy and brown more quickly than buying heads of lettuce or romaine. I will change what lettuce I purchase and the amount I purchase.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Cooking Set a Timer

How has using a timer changed your kitchen routine?

Angela Dahlstrom 8/01/2024 6:34 AM

Using a timer keeps me focused on the task at hand and not overcooking items.

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