Maria Lopez

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

I will use a clothesline or the dryer's automatic setting (not the timer).

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

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will exercise daily for 45 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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