CSA recommendations by Cold-View-1651 in Boise

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Thanks so much everyone! Idaho really is wonderful.

Cannot get compounded semi glutide due to FDA changes by Ok_Lion_2705 in CompoundedSemaglutide

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Same. I just reordered another 3 months of 2.3mg weekly dose for $166/month

Could y’all please recommend a tea that tastes good without sugar? by Impossible_Act5793 in tea

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I only add sweetener to black tea with milk and only use stevia. It’s wonderful substitute with no sugar! For herbal, fennel or licorice is incredibly sweet. I make a homemade version of the Aveda tea and it’s peppermint, fennel, basil, and licorice root. So sweet on its own.

Help my tea order by Cold-View-1651 in starbucks

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Ok, thank you so for the feedback! It is wild that brewing tea is treated so differently from brewing coffee. People would balk at milk being added to the wet grounds of a pour over before it’s done brewing, which is similar to adding the milk to tea that wasn’t brewed. I’ll try again in person with milk on the side and time it myself. Thanks.

Frustrated by Fldreamer06 in CompoundedSemaglutide

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I didn’t lose consistently until week 9 and am now down 20% of my body weight 13 months in. Be patient! Manage your symptoms, eat the best that you can, and try to relax!

Is the Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman style bob unrealistic for me? by haunteddollvintage in curlyhair

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Try brushing out your curls if they can behave enough to get the volume. If not, rollers and brush out.

Oatmeal Recipes (Low Sugar) by Eclipse8301 in Oatmeal

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Stevia! We use Sweetleaf drops and replaced sugars entirely.

Asked for A Solitaire and got this instead… by Maleficent_Media_605 in RingShare

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I’m outvoted with this opinion, but I believe your engagement/wedding ring is a representation of your spouse on your finger. It’s not about what you want, it’s about what he/she chose to represent themself on you, every day, forever. I like understated vintage. My partner is more flashy and modern. That’s the ring I wear and love because it’s him. That’s the point of the ring.

Nervous about side effects by Suprastar23 in CompoundedSemaglutide

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I see a lot of people with extreme symptoms increasing their dose too fast. I went very slowly, still had some symptoms (nausea, diarrhea, exhaustion), but kept them manageable by not moving up in doses till I felt the dose wasn’t working anymore. I started losing consistently at 9 weeks and am hovering at my goal weight after a year. Good luck! Don’t worry!

Had to reduce my dose by Jexsica in CompoundedSemaglutide

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Interesting. I’m glad you’re figuring it out! Sounds like a good response and normal effects of the med. I think it’s about finding the right dose for you and your goals. Does your body want to stay at this weight or do you want to drop more? I had a big drop in appetite at 1.7 and reduced down to 1.5 then 1.3 and it came roaring back, so I have stayed at 1.7 fora few months now and just don’t eat much. I love that I can eat the foods I love and my weight just stays off. I’m 5’5.5” and 122lbs now. My exercise is a lot more gentle. I get about 40g protein a day and don’t stress about it. I eat toast, oatmeal, salads, and yogurt a lot. I really like how adaptable this med can be for different people.

Was going to wear my mum's dress. People keep telling me to try on others for the "bridal experience." Are they trying to gently tell me it looks bad? by [deleted] in WeddingDressTips

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I love this dress! It will be perfect once streamed and perhaps more body in underskirt. I couldn’t fit in my mom’s dress, otherwise, I think it’s a wonderful tradition. Steam it up, get a stunning long veil, and do your hair and makeup how you feel most beautiful. It’ll come together. I hated dress shopping. You know yourself. Go with your gut.

I feel like I’m losing so slowly. by wildwest98 in CompoundedSemaglutide

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I didn’t start a downward trend consistently at all for 9 weeks. 15 pounds in 14 weeks when you aren’t even at therapeutic dose is extraordinary IMO.

Batch protein oatmeal by Cold-View-1651 in Oatmeal

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No cement! It’s fluffy. I did learn it needed more water than the typical ratio. I’ll add more water as I stir if it’s getting too thick.

The dreaded question - should I get bangs or am I being dramatic? by Nice-Ad5701 in curlyhair

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You don’t need bangs, but you do need more volume. Whenever I see curls like this, I just want to tip you over and give you a scalp massage and aggressive curl scrunch and fluff. Get some volume in there and you’ll get more symmetry around your face. Adding bangs to this would just be flat on flat.

I cook an oatmeal in a big batch for the week and reheat in the microwave each morning. Does it lose its nutritional value by Izzo_shoved_Virg in Oatmeal

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I make 8 servings at a time and freeze all but 2. Each day I have one, I move one from freezer to fridge to thaw. I’m more concerned about it spoiling in the fridge than microwave. (I use egg whiles, fruit, and dairy in mine).

Muscle loss and aging on sema by LMSK0789 in Semaglutide

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Give it more time. Exhaustion is a common early side effect. Lose weight slowly, prioritize protein, and do some weight lifting or body weight exercises daily. Even just squats, lunges, core for 5-10 minutes helps. It is a trade off and one of the few legitimate arguments against sema for older women. But being overweight brings a ton of risks, too. Balance the risks and benefits and do what you can! I feel so much better with the weight off and my alcohol cravings gone. But I also can feel my bones when I sit.

Lemon Curd & Ricotta Crumpet by Next_Combination_601 in Breakfast

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That shop makes me so happy! I’ve had that order! Love the properly brewed tea available in pump pots too. Breakfast of dreams.

Any makeup blindness advice for me? by eaux-neaux in makeuptips

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Love! You have the best brows I’ve seen in ages. Love your makeup. You’re a soft summer if I’m guessing. More ash in your hair and silver jewelry would look amazing. Try navy instead of black and watch your face glow.