BS was up a little to 114 this morning, but weight was down back in the 214 range. I think the bs being up is because I didn't do the little tricks I've learned to do to keep it low. I ate a little more protein than I should have yesterday. I read once that women don't need so much protein. I also hadn't had my oatmeal in a few days and had no cinnamon. That breakfast with cinnamon first thing in the morning really makes a difference for me. Also forgot to use the ACV before meals. I try to drink a little ACV before a meal if I'm not eating a salad. Also ate breakfast earlier for three days and I do better if I wait at least until 10:30 or 11 am before eating breakfast. Also I forgot to drink plenty of water yesterday. Water plays a big part too especial when eating fiber. I believe I see where I must tweak what I'm doing so I get all the benefits. For example, I don't think I need to eat more than 2 or 3 fruits a day. May not be able to eat more than 2 servings.
Shannon I suspect that eating a little bit of fiber foods would even make foods taste better to your DH. That should relieve some of the stress you feel too. Although I eat the higher carb fiber foods, I do believe I do better if I not only watch the portions, but also the number of servings that I allow myself. I'm looking forward to hearing how she includes them in your new plan.
Carol Sue You are right about the statin. I thought that was the med but couldn't remember. DH refused to take them once before, but I am not sure he can stop it. I thoroughly believe from reading about how these foods affect our blood sugar etc that if we ate right we wouldn't have to take some of the meds and supplements we take. DH gets tired of taking all those pills and all I've been doing so far is when he says something I stress the fact that he wouldn't have to take some of them if he ate right. He eats too much saturated fats, and he dosn't eat enough cholesterol, trigylceride lowering foods. And when he does eat some of them, he wants them cooked for so long that they lose their nutrients. I'm hoping if I can get my numbers right and he sees that it works that he will decide to change a few things. It wouldn't really take a lot for him to eat healthier.
I read this morning that 1 or 2 tsp of flaxseed can be put in foods that I could sneak them into a few days a week that would help lower his bs as well as some other benefits. I could use it when I make a meat loaf, spaghetti etc. I just have to find a foods I can add things to it where he won't know the difference. Some things I have to be careful or or not use too much because he is on a blood thinner.
Oh while I'm thinking about it. I read this morning that Jerusalem Artichokes can be cooked like potatoes. They said it is a little milder taste than potatoes but good low blood sugar friendly. I have never even noticed them in the store, but I'm going to look for them and try them, because even though I like cauliflower, it has never replaced potatoes for me.
Guess I better stop. I'm getting kind of wordy. Today is DH and my 12th anniversary, but we are not going to wait until tomorrow to celebrate. We get paid tomorrow and the stores are on that side of town where all the eating places are. DH son gave us 2 $15 gift cards for Christmas to Olive Garden and we saved them for our anniversary. Since I've learned so much about balancing the meal for bs, I am actually looking forward to it as it is one of my favorite places to eat. I could make a meal just on their salad.
Have good day.