Attn diabetics.. I need some help please!

[Michelle_M]

I was just diagnosed with gestational diabetes. No more carbs (other than veggies) no more sugar.

The problem is that I'm a carb junkie.. and now I am just lost as to what to fix for meals.

HELP ME PLEASE!

Thanks
God bless!

[mamatoclaire]

Subbing for advice. I have insulin resistance but no idea how to cook and eat without carbs. I also love sweets and the majority of veggies are gross to me. Ugh. I need to suck it up and change my diet but have no idea where to start!

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[Rockinmama24]

I'm sorry to hear that. I was borderline gd with my 2nd & had to be diet controlled. I am a carboholic. I can't help with remembering menus but I remember alot of protein & being miserable. I hope the rest of the pregnancy goes well for you.

[Hungry Caterpillar]

Did they actually say no carbs at all other than veggies? I thought brown rice was okay?

I failed the one hour but passed the three hour. Between the time I took the one hour and then took the three a few days later, I was researching what to eat, and basically it says whenever you eat a carb, you need to eat with protein. So, fish and veggies together in the same meal. For snacks, cheese and salami with a couple crackers.

You are also supposed to eat something right before bedtime.

There are many websites with diabetic recipes. I found a ton when I was researching, and many list the glycemic index of foods so you can choose wisely what to mix.

That's all I know

[Greenebean214]

I had GD that was controlled with diet and exercise. You will still be able to eat carbs. Have you been referred to a dietician or nutritionist? They set a meal plan for me that I followed to the T. It involves lots of balancing, between protein, fat, and carbs. You will figure out what works best for you.

Eat often, walk after meals, test regularly.

[mamamegan841]

http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/

You can also search interest and google for Paleo recipes. There are no carbs on Paleo (as well as no legumes, sugar, or dairy) and there are tons of things you can eat.

Sub cauliflower for rice and potatoes, and you can make brownies and cakes and bread and pancakes with almond flour.

[jbug_4]

Don't have a lot of advice- my dad was pretty strict about his diet so we never had to find subs for him. He just changed what he needed and never looked back. I did want to give you a heads up though- Carrots are high in sugar. Its ok if your eating a normal amount, but if your eating a lot of carrots it can be bad. My dad was diabetic for 10 years and no one told him that until he drank 8 oz of carrot juice and passed out once while driving and a second time while in the car parked in a parking lot when it was 100 degrees outside. And it wasn't his doc who ended up telling us. it was one of my co-workers- a pharmacists who specialized in diabetes. My dad verified it- can't figure out why in 10 years no one actually warned him until something happened.

[Michelle_M]

Originally Posted by Hungry Caterpillar Did they actually say no carbs at all other than veggies? I thought brown rice was okay? I failed the one hour but passed the three hour. Between the time I took the one hour and then took the three a few days later, I was researching what to eat, and basically it says whenever you eat a carb, you need to eat with protein. So, fish and veggies together in the same meal. For snacks, cheese and salami with a couple crackers. You are also supposed to eat something right before bedtime. There are many websites with diabetic recipes. I found a ton when I was researching, and many list the glycemic index of foods so you can choose wisely what to mix. That's all I know

Yep.. carbs from veggies, no grains. I even specifically asked about brown rice and it was a no go.

Thanks for the help on mixing the foods and how to look for recipes!

I have a consultation tomorrow with an acquaintance that is in the nutritional field. And I found out my insurance covers Nutritional Counseling, so I have left messages at a few places trying to get an appointment with a local Nutritionist or Dietician.

God bless!

[Michelle_M]

Originally Posted by Greenebean214 I had GD that was controlled with diet and exercise. You will still be able to eat carbs. Have you been referred to a dietician or nutritionist? They set a meal plan for me that I followed to the T. It involves lots of balancing, between protein, fat, and carbs. You will figure out what works best for you. Eat often, walk after meals, test regularly.

I'm working on getting an appointment. Found out my insurance will cover it 100%, no co-pay, so that's good. I have left messages at 3 places, waiting for call backs to schedule an appointment.

God bless!

[Michelle_M]

Originally Posted by jbug_4 Don't have a lot of advice- my dad was pretty strict about his diet so we never had to find subs for him. He just changed what he needed and never looked back. I did want to give you a heads up though- Carrots are high in sugar. Its ok if your eating a normal amount, but if your eating a lot of carrots it can be bad. My dad was diabetic for 10 years and no one told him that until he drank 8 oz of carrot juice and passed out once while driving and a second time while in the car parked in a parking lot when it was 100 degrees outside. And it wasn't his doc who ended up telling us. it was one of my co-workers- a pharmacists who specialized in diabetes. My dad verified it- can't figure out why in 10 years no one actually warned him until something happened.

Yep.. I did know that carrots are high in carbs, and my midwife made sure to mention it to me.

God bless!