I just found out a few weeks ago that my blood sugar was a little high. I had gestational diabetes in my last pregnancy and have family members with type-2 diabetes as well. I want to start eating healthier, but we are a family of picky eaters that love our carbs! I don't want my family to suffer because of my bad decisions. I also don't want them to think that I'm taking away most of the foods that they like.
My biggest problem is breakfasts, but other recipes would be greatly appreciated too. Most like eggs, but some don't. I personally can't handle anything (even slightly) spicy (bell peppers will set my tongue on fire), very few of us will eat many veggies at all. Please help me!
By Momma Ruby from KY
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You might want to take a look at two cookbooks by Marlene Koch - Eat What You Love and Eat More of What You Love. You can also find her website. She has made some really good recipes for diabetics and I'm sure you can find that your family will eat some of them. I hope this helps.
I know it is hard when you have a picky eater that is a diabetic - my husband and my father both are. A good breakfast will get them going for the day. Take some hints from the British "fry up".
It includes: eggs, bacon, sausage (not you can get mild), baked beans, fried mushrooms, tomates, black pudding or grilled kidneys, fried bread and in some regions herring.
You do not need to have ALL of these at every breakfast; just pick and choose and that will give you some variety in the meal.
For those who do not think this is a "healthy breakfast" - check this link - www.dailymail.co.uk/
If they are picky and don't like tomates - you can substitute a small portion of strawberries, cantelope or other melon, fresh pineapple chunks, or other berries.
Also, if you know they are picky and are going to avoid vegies, add 1 multivitamin with their breakfast to make sure they do get everything they need.
First don't be discouraged a lot of people have diet issues. Instead change your mindset being healthier is not about giving up what you love no its about being aware & moving forward. To help out there are some great websites that can help you with creative ideas that the whole family can get excited about.
better eats / recipe rehab
spark people
live better america
diabetes.org/myfoodadvisor
southern fried fitness
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