Rob Nathan

A more sustainable food diet:

Instead of developing such a rigid EcoChallenge, I have decided to challenge myself by creating a challenge that can be maintained long term The idea is that if I can come up with some good solutions in two weeks, I will hopefully stick with them for good. Even more importantly, this challenge will increase my own health as well as the health of our environment.

I will cut out the purchase and consumption of the following:

1. Any animal products that are not raised locally, organically, and ethically.
2. Any food products that are 'processed' meaning: food which has been chemically altered through additives such as flavors, flavor enhancers, binders, colors, fillers, preservatives, stabilizers, emulsifiers, etc., or which has been manufactured through combination or other methods.
3. Avoid products that are not grown or distributed organically, locally, seasonally or with a low ecological footprint.

I will still be eliminating coffee from my diet during the EcoChallenge.

**People who pledge money to my cause will receive recipes and tips that I develop during my challenge**

My EcoChallenge Blog

October 19th, 2011

My friend who was inspired by EcoChallenge shared this with me and I thought my donors in AZ would appreciate it. http://chakra4vegetarianrestaurant.com/

October 6th, 2011

October 6th, 2011 So I woke up this morning and my good friend Chris, who was staying at my house, made me and his son breakfast. Biscuits and Gravy. What a wonderful gesture! Too bad the biscuits were from a can, and the sausage in the gravy was probably from a factory farm. The milk in the gravy was not organic, and neither was the orange juice. OK this is where I draw the line. There is no need for me to refuse to eat his food that I had no influence in making. Even more appalling would be to let it go to waste after all that energy from the planet and my friend Chris went into its production. What the EcoChallenge did provide in this case was an opportunity to share knowledge with a friend about eating practices and how they affect our planet. Now he has gone back with this knowledge and will hopefully spread that knowledge to his son as he gets older. In addition, Chris has donated $250 to my cause! So I think he has made up for it! Thanks Chris for having such an open mind and setting such a good example to your son.

Comments

From: Sarah Barela

Hi Rob! I decided that I am going to participate in the energy efficiency challenge. On top of that, to show my appreciation and admiration for all that you do for the Earth, I wanted to help you reach your fund raising goal. On a side note, I want you know that I love you mucho and miss you more than you know. Can't wait to set sail with you next year!

From: Grace Wilson-Woods

May you have sustained strength and courage to maintain your ecochallenge. Your efforts and achievements may influence and encourage many others to begin their ecochallenge journey. Best wishes. Be blessed.

From: Madeleine Brown

I salute you. No coffee for 2 weeks??? I couldn't do it. What about spices? Olive oil?

From: Rob Nathan

Madeleine, You asked a really good question and I realized that I may have been too ambitious and I was creating a challenge that I was never going to be able to stick to in the long run. I have changed my challenge for the better and look forward to feeling better because of it. Best

From: Tyler Roppe

Motivation. DD.

From: Emily Elison

Expecting some dee-lish vegi meals at your place . . . .

From: Logan De Groff

This is awesome! I know you will do so great not only in the initial two weeks but for the long hull. I wish there was more to give to help you reach your fundraising goal but we are sending a limitless supply of positive vibes! Lots and lots of love! From Risa, Logan and the girls!

From: christopher ockenfels

Rob, this is amazing! You will learn so much about yourself through this diet change! Much props to you and your organization for being such an inspiration! Chris

From: christopher ockenfels

Rob, this is amazing! You will learn so much about yourself through this diet change! Much props to you and your organization for being such an inspiration! Chris

From: Nakisha Nathan

I'm really proud of you! Thanks for inspiring me to make some positive changes in my life. Can't wait to see you again!

From: Angela Wilson

Thank you for helping me learn how to really make a difference in saving our environment.

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My EcoChallenge(s)

Sustainable Food Options

My Fundraising Goal

$1000

My Pledge Tally

$710

My Pledgers

• Sarah Barela
• Robert Nathan Jr.
• Grace Wilson-Woods
• Tyler Roppe
• Emily Elison
• Logan De Groff
• christopher ockenfels
• christopher ockenfels
• Nakisha Nathan
• Angela Wilson