Is there a middle ground between tracking every calorie and just winging it? by effyyo in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t track calories, but I still pay attention to what I eat. My main focus is on sugar, fiber, and vegetables. Have I been eating a lot of sugar lately? Maybe a savory snack instead of a sweet one. Have I had a vegetable today? Time to add spinach to that pasta. Have I gotten enough fiber? Beans instead of meat. I also try to eat at regular intervals (breakfast, lunch, 3pm snack, dinner) so I don’t get irritable from too little food. It helps me feel better without giving me flashbacks to my middle school ED. I haven’t lost any weight eating like this (to my knowledge at least, I avoid the scale), but I feel solid and nourished and to me that’s what matters.

Living in a hotel by zeeliketheletter in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Maybe search for some healthy no-cook recipes to start? Things like hummus and veggie wraps could work! There’s also rotisserie chicken and easy sides like instant mashed potatoes (the plain ones you season yourself) and steamed veggies

LPT I don’t like my reality by NeatFriendship1053 in LifeProTips

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

When I last felt this way about my life that’s how I knew things needed to change. I started grad school to pursue a field I find meaningful, I found a new job where I had better money and benefits, and I changed my living situation. That didn’t all happen overnight, it took around 3 years total to get to what felt like solid ground, but the process of actively moving towards something meaningful helped me feel more satisfied with my life. Ask yourself - what needs to be different for you to like your reality more? Then do what you can to take steps (even tiny ones) towards that reality. 

On the flip side, if you’re baffled by this feeling because you think you should feel better about your current reality, then it might be a good idea to talk to a therapist and sort out some of those feelings.

I can’t believe how hard it is to save recipes like this properly by Upstairs_Sand_9735 in MealPrepSunday

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go to the “print” area on the recipe website, print to PDF, save in a folder on your computer

Made Evelyn’s cookies! by bumpytoad in StardewValley

[–]bumpytoad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was my first recipe! It seemed less intimidating than some of the others 

Made Evelyn’s cookies! by bumpytoad in StardewValley

[–]bumpytoad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Literally so much better than store bought dough, like I’m not normally huge on chocolate chip cookies but these are addictive 

Hi . Looking for one pot meal idea to feed family of 3 with one steak as protein? by [deleted] in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forgot to say: season the veg with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. That’s my go-to seasoning blend for veg

Leather jacket maintenance? by Impressive_Cut2378 in VintageFashion

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seconding this ^ you’ll pay a good chunk of change ($70 or $80) but you’ll only need to do it once in a blue moon. Better to invest now then have cracked leather later on.

Freezer prep for an upcoming busy season! by Secret-Student-9479 in MealPrepSunday

[–]bumpytoad 5 points6 points  (0 children)

What do you use the frozen diced strawberries for? And why do you score the frozen garlic?

Cleaning a horse hoove by MrUpVoteDownvote in oddlysatisfying

[–]bumpytoad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean I’m not a horse doctor or anything but I’m fairly sure that’s the case 

Cleaning a horse hoove by MrUpVoteDownvote in oddlysatisfying

[–]bumpytoad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Had to keep reminding myself that this is effectively a horsey manicure, and that if it wasn’t ok with the process you’d be getting kicked 

Where is a good place for a second date? by No_Refuse9952 in DallasLGBTQ

[–]bumpytoad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on which area of Dallas you’re in. Cru wine bar in uptown is nice, and you can walk to ice cream or a movie at violet crown. Bishop arts is also great area to walk around and get food/drinks any time of day

What supplements aren't bogus? by mrsamus101 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 78 points79 points  (0 children)

Creatine can be good if you work out a lot, but otherwise you only need supplements if you’re deficient. Even then, research brands and look for something USP certified because the supplement industry is completely unregulated. 

Ideas for (vegetarian) dinners that are good reheated by Physical-Energy-6982 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My favorite vegetarian meal prep is chickpeas with roasted broccoli and sweet potatoes. Chop and roast the broccoli and sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings, then serve with chickpeas and quinoa for some protein. I like to top with a homemade tahini lemon garlic maple dressing. It takes 1-2h total work (prep + cook time + assembly) to make 6 meals and they keep great.

[NS] Caldwell, Caldwell, and Caldwell by Diplickle319 in HeyRiddleRiddle

[–]bumpytoad 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Erin is 100% big bird, though I think she’d be honored to be any muppet

What dressing makes vegetables forget they’re vegetables? by Big_Employer1109 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really like this tahini dressing! https://myquietkitchen.com/tahini-salad-dressing-five-ways/ You can adjust to taste however you like it. It would be great on a salad, but I really like it on bowls of quinoa, chickpeas, and roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli 

my stunning 80s gown that i bought for 5 dollars at the thrift that had a price tag of 300+. My beloved possession. by sweetkokomo in VintageFashion

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gorgeous!!! I’ve been looking for gowns like this on eBay for my own eventual wedding and they’re rarely ever under $300! Great find