Manish Thakore

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 10 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at my school, grocery market, or workplace.

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will commit to getting 8 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will join a smoking cessation program, and stick with it during the challenge, cutting out harmful air pollutants while improving my own health.

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

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.