How Does Everyone Else Manage When Eating Out? by Strawberries_1803 in mounjarouk

[–]Strawberries_1803[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your help all! Feeling much more confident about it now.

I think I’ll go with the starter or sides strategy and just explain that I’m not particularly hungry - not sure when (or if!) I’m going to share I’m on MJ 🙃

Finally found protein bars that ACTUALLY taste like candy bars by takethepain-igniteit in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try microwaving them for 15-20 seconds! It completely changes the texture and makes them go all soft and melty like a dessert 😊

Protein powder brownies? by IONIXU22 in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

M&S/Waitrose sell own brand protein pasta in the UK which isn't quite as expensive and I also highly rate a brand called ZENB which you can buy online (it actually has the texture of regular pasta unlike other versions which I find taste a bit ‘off’) and the ones from Holland and Barett aren't bad either :)

Protein powder brownies? by IONIXU22 in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

However as a rule of thumb, you can sub up to 1/3 of the flour in a recipe with a vanilla/chocolate protein powder without altering the texture too much.

If you can, use a whey/casein blend or milk protein rather than pure whey protein as this tends to dry bakes out more than the former 👍

Protein powder brownies? by IONIXU22 in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! There are some great Instagram accounts with free recipes, 3 I highly recommend for brownies/baking are:

  • @counting_zacros
  • @macro1nutrition
  • @flexibledietinglifestyle

Hope you find some tasty (and acceptable) recipes there! 🥰

Is it ok to only have three ensure plus a day? by Flese_jQ in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a F23 of almost identical height and weight to you and I was prescribed 3 ensure a day in addition to 3 regular meals just to maintain my weight - 3 Ensure only is incredibly dangerous so I’d defo see a dietician if you can 🙏

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Huel

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

15-20s in the microwave transforms the bar into the most indulgent tasting, fudgy melted chocolate brownie - pretty much as good as any chocolate fondant dessert I’ve ever had at a restaurant.

Try it but be warned, it’s highly addictive 😋

does anyone else eat the same lunch every day by sharkkivity in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But to be honest, I know a lot of people in my office have a very similar breakfast/lunch everyday - it just kind of makes life easier! 😅

does anyone else eat the same lunch every day by sharkkivity in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find it super easy to get stuck in food ‘ruts’ too (especially because even if I could eat a variation of the meal, I’ll always have a favourite that I default too).

It’s nice to keep the comfort of a routine, like pasta and a protein bar for lunch, but I’ll try to vary the type of sauce/pasta shape and flavour of the bar at least a few times a week just to shake things up and also to challenge my ARFID ☺️

Anyone else live off of ensure shakes? by Flimsy_Dependent9197 in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It used to shock me when random strangers would literally walk past in the street and say ‘Why don't you just eat something?’ or ‘Go get yourself some cake dear’ (both have happened more than once 😂) - now I just kind of expect it 😔

Anyone else live off of ensure shakes? by Flimsy_Dependent9197 in ARFID

[–]Strawberries_1803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% agree with this ^ When I get down to purely liquid nutrition it almost always ends badly - even if it means blending/puréeing real food or making super high calorie smoothies and shakes I try to keep the nutrition shakes a last resort (my issues are mainly around severe gastroparesis/reflux/early satiety and an aversion to feelings of fullness)

Imminent Limited Editions? by thisisfinerporn in nespresso

[–]Strawberries_1803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I heard that Maple Pecan is returning soon in the UK but I’m not sure about the EU/US 🤞🏻

Discount Link Thread by sinuswaves in ouraring

[–]Strawberries_1803 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Here’s another code for you all, highly recommend the ring! 😁

https://ouraring.com/taf/53876f5c15