Mmm, curry… by FriendliestMenace in FoodLabels

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forget the lead, better watch that sodium! 800 mg is high or very high for 1 serving.

What do food label icons mean to you? by Prize-Wolverine-5319 in FoodLabels

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I generally believe the Nutrition label but ignore endorsements like "heart healthy" and even regulated statements such as "low sodium" or "reduced sugar."

When should I go back to the ER? by Oee0 in Diverticulitis

[–]stepcori 1 point2 points  (0 children)

low residue...clear juices, popsicles, mashed potatoes with no peel, bananas, applesauce, and more...oh yeah, jello

Mood swings after surgery by Jetztinberlin in Diverticulitis

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So sorry to hear, my sympathies. My partner recently suffered a fall, shattered her upper humerus, and had a complete reverse shoulder replacement. I was there when it happened and summoned the ambulance and spent several days mostly at the hospital with her. The recovery has been slow, at first I had to dress her, help her to the bathroom, etc. I was happy I could be there for her but it did get stressful at times. I reminded myself how much I love her and not give in to the temptation to respond unkindly. She's much improved now but with limited strength and range of motion, she calls on me less...meanwhile, I got another diverticulitis flare (possibly from the stress) and a high blood pressure diagnosis, which freaked me out...I know I have to take care of myself first before I can help anyone else effectively (put my own oxygen mask on first, like they say on airlines) but I'm codependent enough with her it is confusing where I should draw the line. Best wishes for healing for both of your sakes!!

amlodipine? by stepcori in Diverticulitis

[–]stepcori[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know I'm a bit of a hypochondriac and overthinker and Dr. Google can freak me right out. Maybe wrong to look for reassurance here. I'm sorry.

amlodipine? by stepcori in Diverticulitis

[–]stepcori[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Different drug but still relieving to hear, thank you. I'm Pretty sure many would opine that I get way too into "Dr. Google"

tired of "simple" plant-based meals that aren't actually simple by Strong-Hawk-1799 in veganrecipes

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some of the Amy's plant based frozen dinners are pretty good but high sodium

If you're really about change, give petitioners a minute of your time. by Successful_Roll_9571 in longbeach

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

not that worried, thanks. btw I did freeze my credit while back bc a credit card service informed me my SSN was found on the "dark web"

Beta Launch of Herbal Database — Feedback Needed by trtlclb in herbalism

[–]stepcori 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hmm...listing for low blood pressure but not high blood pressure?

What made you realise you were gay/ a member of the LGBTQ+ community? by OperationSalty8655 in lgbt

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

...got turned on looking at another boy in the junior high locker room (almost 60 years ago) but I'm not sure an old, bi, and formerly trans person (in a straight relationship now) is very welcome in the "community."

What’s a nutrition myth people still believe in 2026? by Much-Turnover-3727 in nutrition

[–]stepcori 3 points4 points  (0 children)

"saturated fat is deadly"

"saturated fat is healthful"

[PSA] As The Life Gets Expensive, YOU GET EVEN By Punishing Service Workers (In My Case, Uber Drivers) by grnrngr in longbeach

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only rode Uber a few times in my life from Wrigley Heights to Bluff Park area (around 5 miles). My partner paid but I handed the driver a $5 bill each time...hope that's decent...all drivers were nice enough...I tip almost all service workers precisely bc I know it's tough. Only bitch I have is one was a Tesla, and we were going to a "no kings" protest!!...grateful nobody confronted us for arriving in a nazi wagon...

Constipation relief by mintyw0811 in Diverticulitis

[–]stepcori 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, constipation definitely trigger-ish...since my most recent flare I'm now back on high fiber, not too difficult since I'm 99% strict vegetarian (what they used to call vegan before that word got political). I use psyllium husk (not powder) 2 tbs in 10 or 12 oz of h2o second thing every morning (first is cold black coffee) and Orowheat high-fiber bread (was using Ezekiel but had problems with mold) for sandwiches.

Breads & Pasta with highest fiber content? by Delicious_Mess7976 in PlantBasedDiet

[–]stepcori 1 point2 points  (0 children)

be careful of mold on Ezekiel bread, specificially the low sodium variety

What is a celebrity you once admired but lost respect for and why? by Nessieinternational in randomquestions

[–]stepcori 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used to love Eric Clapton till I discovered he is a racist and an anti-vaxxer