A lot of people use callaloo and spinach interchangeably, and while they cook the same way, they’re not actually the same plant. Here’s a quick breakdown to clear things up. 🥬 Callaloo - Earthier flavor - Slightly sturdier texture - Naturally rich in iron, folate, and fiber - Traditionally made from amaranth greens 🌱 Spinach - Mild, slightly more tender - Also nutrient‑dense, but with a different profile - Works well as a substitute when callaloo isn’t available 🌟 The Simple Takeaway They behave almost the same in the pan, but callaloo brings a heartier texture and its own unique nutrient mix. Spinach can fill in — it just won’t taste exactly the same.

Never heard of them, but always happy to research things..... 🔍 Let’s talk about the Slenderiiz + Xceler8 “Skinny Drops” through a holistic, food‑is‑medicine lens........... 1. What’s Actually in These Drops? Slenderiiz Drops These are homeopathic dilutions, meaning the ingredients are diluted so far that no measurable active compounds remain. They’re safe, but they don’t meaningfully affect metabolism, fat loss, or appetite. Translation: They won’t hurt you, but they won’t do much either. Xceler8 Drops These contain real ingredients like B12, biotin, green tea extract, ashwagandha, rhodiola, and acerola. These can support: - energy (if you’re low in B12) - stress resilience - mild thermogenesis (green tea extract) But the doses aren’t listed, and drops often contain too little to create real metabolic change. Translation: Helpful for general wellness, not a fat‑loss accelerator. 2. Will These Drops Help You Lose Weight? The website itself admits the results come from: - calorie restriction - healthier food choices - increased physical activity Not the drops. The drops are an accessory, not the engine. 3. Do They Fit a Food‑Is‑Medicine Lifestyle? Not really. Food‑as‑medicine focuses on: - whole foods - nutrient density - gut + hormone balance - sustainable habits - anti‑inflammatory eating These drops focus on: - homeopathy - low‑dose adaptogens - marketing claims They don’t address root causes like: - blood sugar swings - stress eating - inflammation - sleep dysregulation - nutrient deficiencies - gut imbalance They’re not harmful — just not aligned with a holistic, nutrition‑first approach. 4. So What’s the Bottom Line? - Safe? Yes. - Healthy? Mostly neutral. - Effective? Not for fat loss. - Holistic? Not really. - Worth the price? Only if you want a psychological “ritual” to stay consistent. Real metabolic change still comes from: - protein‑forward meals - fiber‑rich plants - anti‑inflammatory herbs - hydration + electrolytes - stress + sleep support

@Deborah Balog it does offer some things like stress resilience and energy. Each person may react differently. Couple that with the placebo effect (she expects that it will work) and it might be great for her.

@Deborah Balog it's a great and versatile option. Baked, boiled, fried, many ways to enjoy it.

@Carlton Gonsalves it really versatile.

@Deborah Balog in my experience, it has no taste. You never know it's there. I was worried it would be like seaweed. When I do sushi, I go for rice paper rather than seaweed. I don't like the texture of seaweed and I think it taste "fishy" (maybe just in my mind). Sea moss isn't like that.....no taste and no texture. I've even tried some sea moss gels and they just taste like whatever fruit flavor is used.

@Deborah Balog thanks for sharing.