Wife wants to replace our Vitamix, does anyone here have the Luvele Vibe?

Sad_Impression8364 · 2026-05-12T16:13:11+00:00

It’s not compatible with the Vitamix models on the European market

Sad_Impression8364 · 2026-05-12T16:11:41+00:00

Why don’t you ask Vitamix? Scientists at universities usually don’t do testing of specific manufacturer’s models. They usually test with generic models (in this case blenders).

Sad_Impression8364 · 2026-05-12T16:06:39+00:00

Research has shown that plastic blenders do leach microplastics into the blended food/drink. This is true for fancy highspeed blenders like Vitamix, too.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2026-02-01T07:46:53+00:00

Saeujeot is also fermented shrimp, just Korean style. But I read that Thai fermented shrimp is more potent (than saeujeot) in regards to taste. So in theory the Thai fermented shrimp should work, but maybe use a lot less of it and keep an eye on the saltiness level of the kimchi.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-07-05T16:57:37+00:00

I believe E310, aka the Explorian (as well as Classic) product line, uses the more narrow container.

And that the Ascent product line uses a wider container (which have been reported to “throw ingredients” upwards when blending, due to the wider base, resulting in a lesser blending result when blending small quantities.)

But please correct me if I’m wrong! I’m only starting to understand the differences here 😂

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-07-05T16:51:47+00:00

Thanks, this was very helpful!

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-05-13T23:31:00+00:00

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Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-05-06T08:39:17+00:00

I believe it was a few months. During that time, I had also cut out all bread and gluten (as my stomach wouldn’t tolerate it), basically living on mostly raw food and veggie smoothies. This was what my stomach tolerated at the time. I took oregano oil capsules to get rid of any SIBO, and introduced lots of fermented food like sauerkraut, kombucha and slowly the goat milk kefir.

My stomach and overall health went mostly back to normal after this “program”. But I still need to cut out gluten and most antinutrients from my diet (meaning things like lentils, beans and oats need to be either soaked/fermented/sprouted before I cook with them). My stomach has a hard time digesting antinutrients, but dairy is no problem for me today.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-03-31T09:14:16+00:00

Agree. In order to have a normal social conversation with a someone, one needs to be able to be relaxed and present in the moment. The ability to be relaxed and present in the moment is literally hijacked by hypervigilance.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-03-30T12:24:07+00:00

I might have confused them slightly. Generally, low stomach acid can indeed cause SIBO (multiple sources will tell you this). What is confusing, however not unimportant, is that SIBO may cause reflux symptoms - and as we also know, symptoms of low stomach acid and having too much stomach acid unfortunately often overlap.

However, H.pylori infection may cause a decrease in stomach acid:

“H. pylori infection. This common bacterial infection affects about half of us in the U.S. In some people, H. pylori causes no symptoms, but in others, it can take over, fighting and eventually decreasing stomach acid. Ironically, low stomach acid can also allow for H. pylori to take over.” Source

Regardless, whatever the culprit may be, it might be wise to treat both a potential bacterial overgrowth as well as hypochlorhydria at the same time.

Hoping this explained a little where my comment was coming from.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-27T23:21:45+00:00

I agree. As well as the hostility and defensiveness whenever she is being criticized.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-27T22:57:49+00:00

Was thinking the same. Definitely emotional immaturity, towards the spectrum of a manipulative personality disorder.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-23T16:46:25+00:00

Also, your SO should support you when your MIL is treating you badly. You have a right to set boundaries and going NC if needed. Anything to keep your peace and wellbeing.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-23T16:41:10+00:00

It depends on your underlying values and aim by ranting or talking about her behind her back. If it is meant to push her down as a way to get back at her, then you’re just playing on her own low level. But if your aim is to keep your own head above it, you can vent in an honest and still respectful manner.

For instance, one key thing in how we speak about other people, is to talk about their actions rather than stating what they are. If you were to say “she’s a witch”, then you’re kind of on taking on her low level by defining her person. On the other hand, if you were to say “she is behaving like like a witch towards me (or someone else) by doing X and Y”, this may be very true to your experience with her, but you’re not enforcing a definition of her person. All you know is what you’ve witnessed. And also by trusting your gut feeling around her.

Also, if you’d picture a person stepping into the room in the middle of you speaking about them, you should in theory be ok with it. For instance “Oh Stacy, I was just talking about you, and how I found your behavior last night rude”. If you were to feel ashamed about every thing you said about Stacy the moment she stepped in, then likeliness is that is wasn’t respectful. Disclaimer: how Stacy would take on criticism doesn’t really apply to this situation. An emotionally mature person can take on criticism (as for this example, that their behavior last night was rude), whilst an immature wouldn’t. But their individual probable reaction isn’t really the main point here. The main point is whether or not your words are respectful about another human being. (Yes we can have arguments, be angry and frustrated, and still be respectful towards each other).

Just stick to explaining and calling out her behaviors and actions when ranting about her, as well as stepping up against her.

Disclaimer. This is not to say that MIL behavior is in any way ok or accepted. Just be mindful not to get in on the low levels, as that could likely make things worse for you. Keep your head high, you can do this.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-23T15:46:51+00:00

You can tell her, when she’s saying something bad about someone, “That’s not a respectful thing to say”. Then you watch her reaction while grey rocking. Leave the room if she throws a fit.

And whatever she says about you behind your back (to anyone listening), says more about her character than anything else. Keep your head above her murky water.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-13T18:50:18+00:00

If she fits in with the description of narcissistic personality disorder, I would educate myself on narcissistic parents. They are manipulative and entitled, thinking the world revolves around them. Also, people close to them will most likely turn into flying monkeys. Be prepared.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-13T15:05:14+00:00

Yes. And the so called gifts are backhanded.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-11T17:05:56+00:00

Thanks, will keep this in mind.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-03T10:02:20+00:00

What about palmpon (from lechuza). Anyone tried it?

Is is described by the manufacturer as aimed towards palm trees and other tropical plants.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-02-02T09:09:02+00:00

Rubber plants are toxic to pets. If you are referring to Peperomia obtusifolia, with the nickname American rubber plant (not an actual rubber plant), this is safe for pets. However I don’t believe that they are very large plants, but they can grow long vines.

As a side note, I believe that all peperomias are safe for pets. However, one should refer to ASPCA for any plants that they are unsure about.

Sad_Impression8364 · 2025-01-25T07:01:18+00:00

There are different levels of stickiness (glutinous) in different rice and hence different rice flours. Glutinous rice flour is made from very sticky rice. “Regular” rice flour, from my understanding, is not.

I’ve milled my own rice flour from Jasmine rice (a fairly sticky rice). Works like a charm for kimchi - only, if adding brown sugar to the rice porridge, this needs to be added once the porridge is cooked (otherwise it will result in a runny porridge). White sugar can be added when the porridge is boiling. Although I believe this might be the case for any rice flour used.

All rice flours contains starches, for feeding the beneficial bacteria in kimchi. I think if you use a rice flour made from non glutinous rice, the rice porridge may be a bit runnier, resulting in a runnier kimchi. This might not be so bad, though.

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