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If you were booked on a flight and the pilot told you that one of the wings was a bit dodgy and a warning light kept coming on in the cockpit, would you rather that a qualified mechanic came to look at it, or the bloke who drives the refuling truck? See someone who knows what they are doing. I know there are some great…

I love good old protein fluff - protein powder & almond milk, add a thickener like xanthan gum or gelatine and then use electric whisk to beat to heavenly frothiness. alternatively, whisk egg whites to stiff peaks and then fold in protein powder. Use sweetner/cocoa powder/nesquick to taste. Pop in fridge to firm up, then…

Looking at it scientifically... There are two sorts of 'bad' reactions that can happen to pineapple. One is a direct chemical effect. This is where your body reacts badly to some chemical contained in the pineapple, This is not a true 'allergy' per se, because it does not involve your immune system, but can mimic it pretty…

Agree there is no reason not to have it savoury if you prefer, after all oatcakes go great with jam or with marmite. I once added what I thought was a generous sprinkling of cinnamon to my porridge. Was three spoons into it before I realised I had picked up cayenne pepper by mistake. My mouth was on fire :-( May have to…

It is unflavoured, and I add my own flavouring. I see 'egg white powder' in the baking section of the supermarket, and the instructions on that just say to add x amount of water and then use exactly like fresh egg whites. I am not sure if the protein powder egg white is the same thing or not?

I am permanently hungry :-( I get enough protein, and lots of fibre, but have recently had to cut back by 150 cal per day as weight suddenly skyrocketed despite keeping net calories the same. Trying to balance it for the right rate of weight gain is a pain.

You can always make your own PB, peanuts + a blender. No added nasties! Easy to make your own cashew butter or almond butter than way too - and you could still thin it down with almond milk as you made it if you want. Do wish PB2 was easily available over here so I could try it though, it sounds interesting!

I only have regular unsweetened almond milk (Alpro) in my fridge at the mo, will it work with that or do I need something 'heavier'?

Another vote here for 'Don't worry about it unless your Dr tells you that he is underweight'. Most kids who their parents are convinced are underweight are actually growing perfectly well and are not underweight at all. Trying to 'fatten them up' is needless stress for both parent and child, and potentially harmful.…

For what it is worth: "Binge" eating is extremely common in people recovered/recovering from AN. The normal hormonal feedback governing appetite is derranged, and takes a very long time to re-balance (even after reaching healthy weight it can go on for months or longer). Strategies to reduce the 'binges' and the mental…

You could just re-jig your meal plan so that you have a planned healthy snack between meals?

I also heard that adding bicarbonate of soda or cooking it in a little diet lemonade work.

I am most definitely NOT a morning person! If I do try to do any exercise at that time, it is twice as hard as if I do it late afternoon/early evening. However, I also admit I do not get near enough rest. I rarely get near my bed before midnight, sometimes as late as 2am. I probably get about 6 hours most nights. I also do…

I have to ask - why high potassium?

I love rhubarb - nom nom nom Try cooking it in a little lemon juice and water, with added stevia or honey depending on preference. Mix with a sweeter fruit (eg apple, pear, strawberry, apricot - you name it) to sweeten it without adding sugar Mix with yoghurt Give it a blast in the microwave with a source of sweeteness…

I think PB2 is, like Cool Whip, something you can only get in the UK for the price of a small mansion, so not something I have ever tried :-(

There are plenty of calorie and nutrient-rich foods suitable even if you have multiple intolerances. Don't underestimate the benefits of experimenting with combinations that tempt you. Possibles include: Homemade nut butters using nuts you do not have problems with, for example cashew nuts Advocados If you tolerate almonds…

Wish we had that Cool Whip/Kool Whip thingie over here, it sounds yummy. I am currently loving my ice cream maker, using Almond milk as the base means I can add what I like and eat lots and lots of it :bigsmile:

Loving all these positive and motivational posts. I can't wait until I feel confident in my body, instead of constantly feeling rather apologetic at my skinny-ness. :love: Thank God it is nearly summer - I am planning all sorts of concoctions with my newly-purchased ice-cream machine. :drinker:

Almost too embarrassed to log this week, as down again :noway: Week 7: 50.2kg/110.3lbs I was on a deload week between programmes, and found myself doing more cardio than usual out of boredom. I thought it would be OK as I increased my calorie goal to BMR + 250cals + eatback exercise anyway. Big mistake :frown: Thank God…

Forget that - how about lifting wearing one of those outfits Sumo wrestlers wear - looks like a nappy anyway, so may as well use it for deadlifts :wink: Perhaps we should try for a sponsorship deal with Pampers??? :laugh:

Thank God - I am not the only one!!! I did it going for a PR when I had just started and was wearing a belt for the first time. I just wished the ground would open up and swallow me. My only consolation is better that than the sphincter

Will confess I did think of getting a 'small' leather one, and punching some extra holes in it. Not sure my punch would be strong enough though! x

I am not lifting very heavy in comparison to most people, and had always viewed belts as a bit of a crutch. However my trainer suggested I get one due to my poor posture and back difficulties, particularly as I have a current fracture in my pelvis. I could not find one small enough here in the UK (and trust me, my waist is…

Week 6: 51.0kg/112.2lbs Oh FFS!

You guys are AMAZING! It is really inspiring to read your stories, and I have found this forum to be incredibly supportive. I am not sure my story can measure up, but for what it is worth: As a kid, I was the 'fat one who is no good at sport'. Or at least so I was told. I was put on my first diet by the age of eleven, with…

Ah, but which is more satisfying - one big cucumber or repeated smaller ones? Dare I ask if you were peeling the cucumbers or keeping them whole? :bigsmile:

I mix it 50:50 with oats for a porridge with a nutty flavour and hint of crunch, but not for protein: Oats actually have MORE protein than quinoa per 100g (approx 17g vs 14g).

Just made my first batch of 'overnight' oats, with a dash of 'cookies and cream' flavour from my protein powder. Looks OK so far, can't wait to see how it improves with each day of 'sampling' :-) Like the idea of only having to cook one big batch per week!

Week 5: 51.4kg/113.0lbs Not surprised about the static/slight drop, as have been stressed at work & had some night duty so not reaching targets. Does not help I had a crappy day :frown: (Rant alert) Stomach pains all day & feel like swallowed a hot air balloon. Ache all over from kickboxing yesterday. Woman at gym asks me…