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I have recently decided to try to only eat locally! I’m going to have a running goal, starting with just one week and moving from there, I don’t want to overwhelm myself. Below is my statement of the challenge. I will begin this on November 7, 2010, so this week is all about prep, researching and depleting what is currently in my pantry.

I will do my best to document this experiment and will also try to incorporate some stats about my health and any changes.

I will also try to supplement with vitamins, though I normally take a multi and C,B12&D. I will note any additional supplements.

I will also try to post any really yummy recipes I use/find along the way.

Statement:

1.  What’s your definition of local for this challenge?  Local will be anything within 100 miles of where I am. 

2.  What exemptions will you claim?.

• When eating out, I will do my best to eat out only at restaurants that support local producers.
• I will not turn down anything made for me.
• Anything that is currently in my pantry, as of today (10/31/2010), I will not replenish these items with anything that does not fit the local boundaries I have set.

3.  What are your goals for the month? To figure out how to eat locally in a more budget-effective manner. To obtain a healthier lifestyle while supporting local businesses and farmers

Let’s go!