VSCO girls. They are everywhere! What is a VSCO Girl? If you are on Tik Tok you’ve seen them, if not… welcome to the world of VSCO. This user embodies everything trending with VSCO. From Hydroflasks to the funny SKSKSK laugh, and I oop… she is VSCO.
Katie(@koobydoobydoobydoo) has created a short video on TikTok with music original sound. vsco girl makes you feel welcome on ur first day #foryou #foryoupage #pookashell #vsco #vscogirl
VSCO is a lifestyle, an aesthetic, it is the revival of valley girls meet preps. They were Birks and scrunchies, big beachy t-shirts and messy buns. They are brand loyal. Things we’ve had around forever like Vans and Carmex are hip. Of course they would never say hip to describe their new drip.
They seem to like all the cute, preppy late 1980’s early 1990’s things. Bubble letters, stickers, pastels, scrunchies, friendship bracelets, the items we (their moms) grew-up with. They do love their stickers too. Of course we had sticker books and collections, from scented scratch-and-sniff to colorful Lisa Frank, these girls are reliving our youth. History does repeat itself.
As if they didn’t have enough scrunchies to keep their hair off their faces while they mist with Mario Badescu, they have scrunchie stickers everywhere. SKSKSK, and I oop!
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I did it. My first shot, tonight (7/21/2023) on my left side. I was nervous, excited, not sure what to expect. Didn’t feel a THING. So what do I have to prepare for this journey?
Protein shakes. Vitamins (B12, D, Magnesium, Zinc), Pre/Probiotic, Liquid IV, and lots of ideas about what to eat. Menu suggestions from this site:
Sample Semaglutide Meal Plan
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT
SUN
BREAKFAST
A cup of low-fat yogurt Blueberries Almonds
Oatmeal pancakes
Apple and walnut french toast
Oatmeal muffins
Peanut butter cookies Skimmed milk
Boiled eggs with apple
Chia seeds pudding
SNACK
Low-sugar almond and apple smoothie
Carrot and beet juice
Black bean and corn salad
Avocado with tuna salad
Baked sweet potato seasoned with lemon, salt, and pepper
Salad made of apple, cabbage, and beets, sprinkled with olive oil and lime
Roasted almonds
LUNCH
Grilled veggie wrap with tomato sauce
Beans and vegetable soup
Honey-glazed salmon with vegetable rice
Chicken panini sandwich
Whole wheat pita
Cooked lentils
Cucumber, avocado, and carrots sides
Ham, egg, and spinach sandwich with tomato sauce
Chicken and vegetable pasta with cottage cheese
SNACK
Boiled corn sprinkled with lime or lemon
Apples and apricots
Sugar-free cookie
Pear and peach
Boiled eggs with salt and pepper
Sugar-free brownie
Popcorn
DINNER
Grilled rosemary chicken Avocado, berry, and spinach salad
Low-fat grilled chicken burger
Chicken and white bean stew with whole-grain bread
Chickpea pasta with cucumber tomato and lettuce salad
Fish stew with whole wheat bread
Oven-roasted salmon
Mashed sweet potato
Air-fried chicken wings with tomato sauce
Tips… avoid constipation with fluids and stool softeners, colace or dulcolax and some milk of magnesia or MiraLAX (or some combination of these). DRINK water. Lots of water, and electrolytes (Liquid IV, LMNT).
BIG question: What to Eat While on Semaglutide/Mounjaro/Ozemic or any of these items? Source Link
When taking this kind of medication, choosing nutrient-dense foods high in protein, fiber, and healthy carbs is important. Additionally, it is essential to stop eating when you feel full. By following a balanced, whole-food diet and incorporating the foods below, you are more likely to maximize your results.
Lean Protein
Eating chicken, fish, or lean meat is a good way to get protein and feel fuller longer. These foods are low in calories, which can help you lose weight. Protein is also important for building and repairing muscles, which can help you achieve a slimmer physique.
Whole Grains
Brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread are high in fiber and can help you feel full for longer. Some whole grains can also help regulate your blood sugar, which can help you lose body fat. Including whole grains into your diet is a great way to maximize your results. Try Ezekiel Bread.
Low-Glycemic Fruits And Vegetables
Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can help you consume fewer calories and more fiber, vitamins, and minerals. These foods can also help you feel full longer, aiding your weight loss efforts. Aim for low-glycemic fruits and veggies like greens, lentils, berries, and apples. Additionally, snacking on fruits and veggies is a useful way to maintain a nutritious diet and avoid making bad choices. Packaging healthy snacks is especially helpful if you plan to be away from home for a long day.
Seeds And Nuts
Seeds and nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Eating them while taking these drugs can help you feel satiated, which can help with weight loss. Additionally, nuts and seeds are high in essential minerals like magnesium and zinc, which support energy and a strong immune system.
Water
Staying hydrated is important. Drinking lots of water can help you stay hydrated and aid in successful weight reduction. Drinking water before meals can also make you feel fuller and support your weight loss goals.
What Not to Eat
No foods are completely off-limits when taking these medications. However, some food should be limited or avoided altogether. This is because certain foods can increase side effects such as gassiness and bloating. Additionally, fatty and saturated foods can contribute to weight gain. Limiting the following foods reduces the possibility of increasing side effects you experience.
High-Glycemic Fruits and Veggies
Some fruits and vegetables have a higher glycemic index than others. As a result, this can lead to blood sugar spikes. High-glycemic fruits to avoid include mango, pineapple, watermelon, and ripe bananas. High-glycemic veggies to avoid include potatoes and sweet corn. Consider reducing your intake of these foods and opt for low-glycemic fruits and veggies like apples, berries, greens, and non-starchy vegetables.
Sugary Foods
If you’re taking these meds, limiting sugary foods like candy, soda, and baked goods is a good idea. These types of sweets can cause your blood sugar to spike, which makes losing weight even harder. Sugar can also be very addictive, leading to overeating and getting in the way of achieving a leaner figure. When grocery shopping, make it a point to read the nutritional labels and be mindful of sugar content.
Processed, High Carb Foods
Processed foods such as white bread, pasta, and processed cereals should also be avoided if possible. This is because they are high in calories, sugar, and fat. They also lack nutrients and have a high glycemic index. This means that your body quickly converts them into glucose. As a result, your blood sugar levels spike. Additionally, processed foods can cause inflammation and slow your weight loss.
Fried Foods
Fried foods like fast food are high in calories and unhealthy fats like trans-fat and saturated fat. They may be tough to digest and contribute to inflammation. These foods can also cause bloating, gassiness, and indigestion. Fatty foods may increase this symptom if you experience nausea while taking these meds. Try to swap fried food for something grilled to help cut down on excess calories, fats, and sodium.
Soda and Carbonated Drinks
It is also a good idea to avoid drinking soda and carbonated beverages when taking these meds. Sodas are high in sugar and calories and will spike your blood sugar levels. Soda has no nutritional value and can contribute to weight gain. Additionally, carbonated drinks like soda, beer, and carbonated water contain carbon dioxide. Therefore, they may increase some of the side effects like bloating or indigestion.
Alcohol
Alcoholic drinks can also contribute to weight gain because they’re loaded with calories. Drinking alcohol can also make you dehydrated and disrupt your sleep, making it even harder to lose weight. Additionally, consuming alcohol while taking this may increase your risk of lowering your blood sugar (hypoglycemia). As a result, this increases your risk for serious and even life-threatening symptoms.
Lizzo. Did you see her speech??? Watch it. Like, follow and share the individuals she mentions, they are the changemakers, the hope givers, the fighters we need.
Where has this been my entire life? Wrapping paper cutter… YES please. Get this now through my affiliate link. These are selling out fast and will make your wrapping SO MUCH easier.
Hello, chicken or pork separator, that is NOT electric? Yes please, also, tiktok made me buy it!
Seriously, TikTok made me buy this Bark Buddies Dog Barking deterrent. Can’t wait to try it out! This is the affiliate link, click here.
Short list of some of the items on my wish list. First, a beekeeper’s journal/book. I’m always taking notes, jotting down lists, putting pen to paper (I just can’t go fully digital) and this is on my list:
For any beekeeper, this is the best journal, perfect for a gift for beekeeping enthusiasts on any of your gift lists. This is an affiliate link but as a beekeeper, I like the vintage, distressed, country cottage look:
Up next on my list of the best gifts for beekeepers, especially moms, a cute shirt. Anyone who has bees, loves honey bees or science and nature in general will like this. Perfect for your beekeeping mom. This is an amazon affiliate link, but I love it and as a beekeeper have to share:
This may be my favorite! I’ve seen these honeycomb or honey frame holders in restaurants in Europe (I’ve not been to Europe, but I follow a lot of beekeepers), anyway these can be found in restaurants, at fancy brunches. Honey doesn’t get any fresher than this! This is an affiliate link, but you must check it out even if you don’t purchase it. One of the BEST gifts for a beekeeper who likes to share his or her harvest:
NFTs. What are they? This is a GREAT video explaining them, and some ideas on how to mint a lot. If you are just getting started with NFTs and trying to figure out how to do them, check this out:
2022. The past two years we’ve struggled through a pandemic. The entire world has been locked down, masking, hoarding supplies, on the edge of panic time and time again and now Russia, specifically Putin, has attacked Ukraine. What world are we living in?
My heart aches for the people of Ukraine. They are being targeted and killed, sent from their homes, they are in war… in 2022. It’s not enough to make signs, to wear shirts, to post, to donate, to pray… but that is something at least. Here in the US, our hearts bleed for you….
So, there have been quite a few social media posts about Optavia being hard to get. And substitutes are REALLY not easy to find. Besides Optavia (Medifast) were can you get macros, nutrition for 100 – 110 good tasting calories? There really is, IMO, no substitute for all you get from Optavia. BUT Wonderslim meal replacement shakes seem pretty close. Bonus, the Wonderslim costs less, but I’ve not had them and can’t say how they taste. I do like the Optavia shakes, a lot.
I didn’t look at other products, and don’t represent either, but based on what I’ve seen online these two seem comparable. It did take awhile for my Optavia to ship, and I hope my next order doesn’t take long. But if I get in a shake bind, I may give the Diet Direct a try. If anyone knows any other good alternatives, please share.
Stories From the Shore 