My weight gain / loss has hardly ever been commented on except by other women who struggle with their weight. But I also have to confess I'm not very good at noticing when people fluctuate in weight, although I think I would have noticed / said something about two whole stones!
More generally I notice if people look "well" - moving confidently/energetically, good posture, clear skin, happy in themselves. And if you have lost weight then you'll probably have all of those.
@SlinkyDinkyDoo I don't do much weighing / measuring in my cooking but to the best of my ability here's my spicy prawns/tomato/feta recipe:
For 2 people plus some leftovers for next day lunch:
2 small shallots, as finely chopped as you can be bothered
2 garlic cloves, as finely chopped as you can be bothered
Enough prawns for two people (I use a whole bag of frozen prawn from the supermarket - whatever's in that)
Tin of tomatoes whizzed up in food processor/Nutribullet, or equivalent passata sauce - add more if you like more sauce.
2-3 tablespoons ground almonds
1/2 block of feta, cut into cm squares
Paprika
Tabasco
Method:
Soften the onions in large non-stick pan/wok with the oil of your choice.
Add the prawns and cook until just pink (if raw, add after tomatoes already cooked and you're just warming them up).
Add tomato sauce and ground almonds
Add paprika and tabasco to taste. I like x2 teaspoons of paprika and a splash of tabasco which gives it a gently bite.
Cook until bubbling gently.
Add feta and stir over heat for long enough so that it is half melted into the sauce.
Serve with pasta parmesan, and greens such as green leaf spinach or broccoli.
Optional - top with heap of fresh rocket.
(You can see why I haven't pursued a career in cookery writing!)