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@Caprinewrangler I injected 100 units, also promptly received and properly stored. I’ll update you guys in a week. But if it doesn’t work, I do think we should contact Fillerhouse.

@Ryoung55 I was thinking if you this morning: as I put PB2 in my smoothie (kale and berries w soy milk) and enjoyed some Birch Benders protein pancakes :)

@Ryoung55 nope. Not in this case.

@Ryoung55 you might really do better w plant based proteins- being vegan was my tendency before, but now it’s a requirement Seriously. Try seitan. It has about the same macros as skinless chicken breast. But it’s way easier to break down My husband makes a double batch every Sunday from the bob’s red mill wheat gluten. Improved my life.

@Ryoung55 if we can support you, we will! For me: making my own seitan is a game changer. It’s easier to digest than animal protein, naturally fat free, and I can make it as moist as I like- which for me, helps me eat enough of it. I cut it into sticks and eat it. Like a very moist jerky, without the fat. Like you, I mostly eat a low fat high veg diet -and I still do! I no longer need to do the protein first at every meal, but for many people than can really help ensure that you don’t get full before you d gotten the protein in. Edamame and chickpeas (cooked, or the crispy dehydrated ones) make great snacks. I love PB2 powder stirred into things. And no cow bars -I have one for breakfast almost every day. Just small bites. With coffee (full of collagen powder, creatine, and soy milk). The collagen is pretty much the only animal product I eat.

@Ryoung55 I’m also a longtimer- had RenYBP surgery… 18 years ago. And I’ve remained lean, though I am on a little Wegovy for maintenance. My insurance covers it. Like Jen mentioned: I don’t need PPIs or H2 blockers. I can drink carbonated things but not w food and in moderation. I do need vitamins :/ but apparently that’s a more common problem w the older surgeries. I don’t worry about NSAIDs and take them when I need them. I’m a comfortable size 2, stably in this range since about 15 months after my surgery. The tricks are what you know: get enough protein, in my case, that’s vegan. Lift heavy weights. Be active. Sleep as well as possible. Find love and follow your interests and curiosity and community.