Krystal Nelson
"to reduce my footprint on this world I love to travel so much!"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,137 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO77pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO97plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Krystal's actions
Food
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Food
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Food
Takeout Pro
I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.
Personal Care
Back in the Bowl
I will purchase refillable beauty products.
Family
Swap the Snacks
I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.
Family
Plastic Free Lunch Boxes
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and tupperware-like containers in my children's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
Lifestyle
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Community
Share My Actions
I will make my environmental actions visible by posting to my social media networks.
Personal Care
Dam the Flow
I will use a menstrual cup and/or cloth pads
Lifestyle
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Lifestyle
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Lifestyle
Travel Toiletries
If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA approved reusable quart sized bag.
Personal Care
Lather Up
I will replace my soaps, shampoos, and conditions with either a bar or refillable option.
Personal Care
Fresh as a Daisy
I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.
Personal Care
Pretty oh so Pretty
I will purchase beauty products that are packaged in sustainable packaging.
Create Your Own Action
Not purchasing spices & dry goods until I complete what I have
My pantry isn't overflowing, but there are plenty of half-used bags/boxes/jars of things. I need to get creative!
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Krystal Nelson 7/31/2019 5:39 AMI just want to say happy end of the challenge! (and hopefully, happy start of new, lifelong changes!) -
Krystal Nelson 7/29/2019 9:14 AMOh! I forgot to add - this weekend we made our own almond/oat milk in the Vitamix and I don't think I'll ever go back to commercial options again. So good and easy, just required a little prep. I soaked 1 cup almonds overnight, and soaked 3/4 cup rolled oats the following day for three hours. I drained the soaking liquid and blended with 7 cups filtered water, a little local honey, and pinch of salt. I know a lot of people strain their nut milks, but everything was so liquified there wasn't much to strain (it's probably higher in calories than store brands, but I'm not counting).-
Krystal Nelson 7/30/2019 12:29 PMOh no, chocolate almond milk sounds irresistible! -
Life Unplastic 7/30/2019 8:40 AMYay I’ve been wanting to try this too. Especially after seeing this post on a group i follow on Facebook 🤤 -
Brooke Tate 7/29/2019 1:48 PMI've been meaning to try this! Although growing up on whole milk as a kid has made it ridiculously difficult to enjoy the taste of other milks... But I was hoping homemade might taste way better! Thanks for sharing
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Krystal Nelson 7/29/2019 5:49 AMThis weekend we visited Cypress and Grove to get our growler refilled. Just curious - who has the best prices for refills in town?-
Kayla Muzzillo 7/29/2019 8:15 AMLucky's!
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Krystal Nelson 7/28/2019 7:12 AMHeading grocery shopping today and treating ourselves to lunch out. I just stumbled across this concept in Durham, and I would be totally on board if something like this was offered here! https://durhamgreentogo.com/-
Juliana Cantillo 7/28/2019 1:16 PMThis is the same concept a lot of universities are employing on their campuses - I'd love to see it work on a larger scale!! It's such a great idea! -
Brooke Tate 7/28/2019 8:46 AMOh I love this! I feel like Gainesville could totally get on board. I'd be a member!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Pretty oh so PrettyHow can you advocate for the importance of reducing packaging to the rest of your friends, family and larger community?
Krystal Nelson 7/28/2019 7:10 AMI think leading by example is the best way to advocate for packing reduction. And I also think that accepting that there will be imperfect moments is a great way to educate others on living a low-waste lifestyle - that they don't have to be 100% perfect, but start by making one small change at a time. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Lather UpWhat are the economic and personal benefits of switching to bar soap/shampoo/conditioner or refillable bottle options?
Krystal Nelson 7/27/2019 6:08 AMCertainly refilling bottles is probably cheaper than purchasing new ones. I question that bar soap is cheaper than bottled body wash, as my partner probably goes through 40-50 bars of soap in the time it takes me to deplete a bottle of body wash (not exaggerating). I've not found any bar products I like more than liquid, but it would be so helpful for travel! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Fresh as a DaisyDo some research on the toxic side affects of aluminum deodorant. After reading the side effects, can you think of instances where you may have experienced the side effects from this form of deodorant?
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Krystal Nelson 7/27/2019 6:05 AMWas unexpectedly taken out for lunch yesterday, and served waaay more than I could eat. I asked for a box and was given styrofoam. When is the city switching over? I thought these containers were outlawed?-
Kayla Muzzillo 7/28/2019 2:52 PMHi Krystal!
The city banned them and it goes into effect January 1, 2020. Although styrofoam is terrible, many local businesses use them because of the low cost. The city wants to give businesses time to adjust.
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Krystal Nelson 7/26/2019 5:51 AMI've been working on saving extra bags and packaging from shipments to repurpose when shipping out items I've sold on Poshmark. I've been afraid to reuse items, thinking that others might think that it's "tacky" - but this challenge has helped me realize that most people probably would be happy to extend the life of a single-use item! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Dam the FlowDisposable tampons and menstrual pads are often quite expensive. What are the economic and personal benefits of this switch for you?
Krystal Nelson 7/26/2019 5:44 AMThe THINX I own are not cheap either, but after a few cycles should pay for themselves. I can't fully stop my tampon habit (I travel too much!), but I'm committed to purchasing only organic cotton ones.