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Ok, for any newbie out there be warned. I have an addiction to kitchen gadgets that is heriditary. I come from generations of gadget lovers. A new favorite for this post, and an update on my last favorite!

Update on Instant Pot: broke down and

Time for me to order from Patch MD. Does anyone know of a current promo code?

I am used to the scale varying up to 5 pounds in a 24 hour period for my tall frame. This past week though my weight shot up by 11 pounds and held for a few days. I started to think that I had somehow actually put on a good chunk of that in legit weigh

It died. I am grieving. One day made a beautiful batch of yogurt, next day it wouldn't heat up. No idea why. But for the IP owners out there, the customer service was fantastic! I put in a support ticket with the IP folks over the weekend. Monday morni

You would think being 4 years out, a history of low blood sugar, etc. that I would have a better handle on sugar. That is, goals when it comes to consuming it. Previously my priorities in eating daily rank like this: 1st calories 2nd protein 3rd carbs.

I love going to the gym when I am able. Problem is my awesome gym just down the road costs $130 a month, and it is just to pricey for the budget at this time. My daughter told me about Planet Fitness- $20 a month for me, and I can bring a guest (1 per

I am noticing several posts lately about members concerned with a "slow" weight loss in the first month or so. I would encourage you to consider not the pounds lost, but rather the percentage of your EWL lost. EWL stands for excess weight that you need

Hi,

I just thought to look on Facebook for a NuWave group. There is a pretty active one that is quite helpful.  The NuWave helps with protein :)

My new kitchen gadget disease item is a pressure canner, as I want to put up my own chicken stock and a few other items to save on precious freezer space. I am contemplating when making this stock with whole chickens removing the meat, and canning that

Hello,

Anyone know how Darcy is coming along? Darcy, if you are reading this sending good thoughts your way and hoping you are feeling a litle better! The community here at OH is rooting for you!

Hello,

In my quest to use new ingredients I think I found a winner that ya'll might be interested in. It is 

My weight is a bit below where my doctor wants it, and nearly 20 pounds below my goal weight. I can't believe how much I use this to rationalize eating crappy choices. Loads of sugar, highly processed carbs... probably about 25%-30% of my daily intake

Hi,

Just came across about the best calcuator I have seen yet to determine our health stats. This does far more than give  you your bmi. It will check your waist/hip ratio, and give you a tailored breakdown of macronutritent levels. I was espec

I am once again becoming a bit bored with my meals, mostly because recently cooking has not been an option so I rely on what others are willing to prep or microwave a previously frozen version of my regular stuff. Decided that I was going to try a new

So I am currently recovering from the 6th surgery in less than two years, and double digits worth over the last 4 years. This is my final attempt to get the reconstruction process to take post double mastectomy, and I researched supplements as an optio

Just a quick post for the Instant Pot users that are just getting going on making their own yogurt. For the last several years I used this starter by Euro Cuisine. I fi

Hello,

The antibiotics I am taking are making me seriously nauseous. If I eat very dry items (rice cakes, granola bars) I can keep it down, but obviously it is blowing apart my protein goals. Can anyone think of a protein replacement that is dr

Every so often I get a craving for 5 guys. One of those terribly greasy burgers. Calorically, I can work it in if I chose. But what I just realized, is that I only crave these things when I am either approaching or fresh off of surgery. I am started to

Here is what is for dinner- this one is not in the pdf I sent around, and it is really easy. Makes 8 servings, 200 cals, 19g carb, 1g sugar, 15g protein, 5g fiber, 12% iron

2 tbsn olive oil (use Pam and save a lot of calories!)

1/2 onio

Just thought I would post a very easy recipe for the pressure cooker. It is not in the cookbook pdf that many of you requested. I ran it through MFP saying this made 8 servings, and it came up to 238 cals, 16 carb, 3 sugar, 23 protein, 3 fiber, 5 fiber

I teach elementary students K-5, and I have the envious position of a little bit of freedom in what I choose to teach. I teach Integrated Technology, so the standards that I target to teach are all tech related. My district has provided me the freedom

Here are a few of my favorite accessories for the Instant Pot. And one that is on my list to get eventually. What else are the Pot Heads using that is helping our vsg lifestyle?

I have seen several reports over the last few days that PPI's are linked to a significant increase in dementia. It is not a risk for those who take it as indicated, usually 2 weeks or less. Me? Once a day for months on end, and periods of twice a day.

Have not read the book, but this article seems to summarize the foods to eat/avoid. Most of which is compatible to the Vsg lifestyle

We have a group of newbie Instant Pot users so I thought I would post some links for recipes. Also, try the site copymethat.com. You can put an extension onto Chrome, then with a click of a button save recipes q