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14 minutes ago, BigSue said:

When they demand to know my secret to weight loss, I say I made a lot of lifestyle changes, and that's not what they want to hear.

Of course people don't want to hear some stories about "lifestyle changes" that are missing the most important information. Why would they?

That said I wonder how many people actually believe these fairy tales about "lifestyle changes".

What gives me more and more "icks" about that whole bari/WLS thing is that there are way too often too many almost cultish vibes around.

On 1/28/2023 at 1:52 AM, Smanky said:

Genuine question for those who can't stand "surgery is a tool". What alternative description would you suggest?

Gastric sleeve. RNY. MGB. DS. Whatever one had for surgery. Why call it "a tool" or whatever (for me that tool-thing belongs to the cringy stuff as well)? How would someone call an appendectomy? Herbert?

On 1/28/2023 at 7:20 PM, learn2cook said:

WLS is like gears on a bicycle.

More like an S-Pedelec.

On 1/23/2023 at 11:01 PM, Kris77 said:

What is the pink stuff to the left with the onion on it?

It's called "Mühlenmett". It's a vegan version of what Germans call "Gehacktes" or "Mett", depending on the region you're living in. Some people call it what would maybe be best translated as "construction worker's jam" if they want to joke about it, lol.

The stuff's mostly eaten on white rolls. Not the sweet kind. I think you might be calling them "hard rolls".

This is what it looks like when you're using food as a coping mechanism for stress and anxiety and don't give a damn:

After the shot I noticed that the amount of jalapeños wouldn't do it and added some more.

ETA: vegan for hEaLtH. Not.

Some stuff had to go:

9 hours ago, janice78!! said:

I’ve been sleeve almost 1 1/2 and I don’t want to gained weight…. Who like me? Help…

Huh?

dinner. Boring. Teeth mark to make it look less boring.

Toasted sandwich and chocolate bananas.

Some dinner food.

The product

1 hour ago, losinglosinglosing said:

Have you found it to be difficult?

Not really. The only thing that's sometimes difficult to manage now and then are the "I'm feeling fat" days.

However, I don't believe in an "old me" and "new me". Of course we all change and evolve as time goes by (or hopefully we do) but the distinction between an "old me" (usually the fat one with all the undesirable and bad attributes) and the "new me" (usually the now thin, "good" one) can IMO be problematic if not to say quite toxic.

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Those of you who have been in maintenance for awhile, how did you handle the transition? What keeps you focused and motivated when you no longer have the external validation?

I'm not sure what you mean when you say "transition" so I can't say anything in regards to this.

Regarding the focus and motivation: why would you need that? After reaching a normal BMI you most likely have already settled into a lifestyle that enables you to maintain your weight (and hopefully health) and there should be no need to have to keep any special focus or motivation. That's something you need when you're white-knuckling something. The slight vigilance you might most likely need to maintain your weight (and I personally know practically no one who doesn't need that past a certain age so I don't consider it something "WLS-specific", mind you) should not be something that drains your energy significantly. If it does, maybe have an honest talk with yourself why that is.

The feeling of "being thin" though has in fact the potential to vanish into thin air. That's when the "I'm having a fat day" can settle in. As I said that's something I tend to struggle with.

Burgers again. Used different Buns this time and they're a better match. Made one with Gouda's Glorie cheddar style sauce and jalapeños and one with a spicy ketchup like sauce and a Bedda melt slice. I want to try some vegan bacon next time on the cheese burger.

This one went straight to the fridge for eating later:

This time I made them in the oven (the paper "wrapping" worked quite fine, no mess in the microwave/oven, just throw away the messy paper) and they browned nicely. I guess these burgers will be a keeper.

I wonder how people manage to take pictures of a burger or sandwich that don't look just plain ugly, btw. 🤔

Anyway, this was today's fast breaker: Soup and burger. I wanted something warm and spicy. It's cold again in Germany.

The soup was ok. Even for my taste a bit salty. Too expensive, so I might buy again when on sale but it won't be a staple.

On 1/17/2023 at 2:58 AM, LivDee said:

I am able to eat a bit more than recommended and I’m worried about it.

Who made the recommendation? Also is it s "recommendation" or a "rule"?

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I’m week 3-4 post op and can currently have eggs, toast, tuna etc. a stage let purée. I can eat about a cup and a half of strained Soup in a sitting. I can eat a whole egg and a half a piece of toast in a sitting as well. Is this abnormal?

Stop the comparing!

Comparing is the surefire way to insecurity, worry and anxiety and the death of self-esteem and happiness.

Also who defines what a "normal" amount is or not?

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Should I be concerned?

If you should be concerned or not is something only your treatment team can answer.

Maultaschen (used as ravioli) with zucchini, broccoli and mushrooms in a Tomato sauce. The broccoli didn't match but had to go.

https://www.buerger.de/produkt/maultaschen-20-300g/

Today's fast breaker.

https://www.harry-brot.de/produkte/detail/show/vegane-pancakes-kakao

There is a vanilla version as well. Both taste ok but I'm not sure yet if they will be a staple.

Some leftovers:

Brunch

So many people despise vegan substitutes. I personally think it makes it way easier to follow a vegan diet. The cashew or cauliflower based cheeses by Happy Cashew or Jay & Joy are bomb. Mühlenmett is a game changer for Mettbrötchen-Lovers.

12 hours ago, GreenTealael said:

I think the one that’s considered the meatiest is the impossible burger. Have you tried that one yet?
I always cook the beyond burgers in fat (mostly olive oil) and spices. However, I have never eaten one 😂

Hmmmm. These are the ones available here:

12 hours ago, GreenTealael said:

Bavarian beer cheese pretzels (forgive us @summerset)

I guess most of what other countries label as "Bavarian" or "German" is as Bavarian or German as the foods we label "American", lol.

I recommend reading some reviews in the web.

Then there's a free trial (I suppose). If you're still convinced after the trial period - that's when you want to give them your money.

20 minutes ago, GreenTealael said:

We have these in my house ALL the time and honestly they smell like meat when cooking.

First thought: "Why do I have to thaw them in the fridge first?"

Second thought: "These look like they will stick to the pan and make a mess in there."

Third thought: "I knew they would stick so luckily I was careful flipping them. And yes, a mess in the pan."

They taste good but they're not "meatier" than several other patties. The price is ok when they're on sale, they come frozen so they're good when it comes to storing. I'm going to buy them again. However, I don't get the super-hype around them like it's some kind of vegan burger revolution going on, lol.

Beyond meat burger. Had them for the first time and they're really good.

Brunch. The smoked tofu I didn't finish.

A delivery from my favorite vegan online shop arrived just in time to have a feast:

Delicious!