Newbie - Ideas

[Greeny79]

Hi guys

Been told that I am pre-diabetic (despite most of my symptoms being that of hypo's) and controlling my life, was left with no info at all from my doc just told to eat less and lose weight (I'm 105kg 5.9') , anyway trying the low carb thing but struggling as there is lot to take in, so far have started getting some stuff in like peanut butter, cheese (always ate loads of that anyway) veggies, berries, crackers, meats, coconut oil
But I am just doing a online shop and need a few more ideas of staples and general ideas (I am reading through the big threads but a bit overwhelmed as loads to take in)

What are the best type of crackers for instance?
Any crisps (this will be a big one as is probably my vice junk food wise rarely eat sweets, chocolate etc) oh and pizza

Any advise on what to add would be much appreciated

 

[Bluetit1802]

I would leave the crisps off your list for now. As for crackers, have a look at the nutrients labels, pick the ones with the lowest carbs per 100g. and only eat them in moderation.

 

[jack412]

As bluetit said, go easy
Prediabetic will come to hand ok with a weight loss diet that you can eat for the rest of your life
This is what a lot are on
http://www.dietdoctor.com/lchf

The hardest hing is the first few days
http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/lowcarbliving/a/Food-Cravings.htm

 

[Greeny79]

cheers guys, any other decent sites or books with recipes and tips etc ?

Just done a shop, think I have been pretty good

QuantityProductPriceTotal
1Green & Blacks Organic Cocoa Fair Trade 125G£2.20£2.20
2Tesco Brown Onions Loose£0.16£0.33
10Tesco Brussels Sprouts Loose£0.11£1.09
1John West Pink Salmon 213G£1.50£1.50
1Tesco German Salami 125G£1.00£1.00
1Tesco Ground Almonds 100G£1.05£1.05
1Tesco Wholefoods Walnuts 200G£2.50£2.50
1Debbie & Andrew 6 Harrogate 97% Sausages 400G£2.98£2.98
1Tesco Greek Style Yogurt 500G£1.10£1.10
2Tesco Pimento Stuffed Olives In Brine 340G£0.75£1.50
1Tesco Celery Sticks 350G£1.00£1.00
2Mr Porky Pork Crackles Sharing Bag 70G£0.85£1.70
1Organic Tesco Houmous 200G£1.00£1.00
1Tesco Whole Almonds 200G£2.09£2.09
1Tesco Full Fat Soft Cheese 250G Tub£1.10£1.10
1Tesco Fresh British Double Cream 150Ml£0.60£0.60
1Tesco Granulated Sweetener 75G Jar£1.00£1.00
1Whole Earth No Added Sugar Crunchy Peanut Butter 454G£3.19£3.19
2Happy Egg Free Range Large Box Of 6£1.90£3.80
1Tesco Everyday Value Natural Cottage Cheese 300G£0.64£0.64
1Tesco Cauliflower Cheese Bake 680G£2.00£2.00
1Tesco Ready To Eat Large Avocados Each£1.00£1.00
1Tesco Whole Cucumber Each£0.49£0.49
1Tesco Smoked Pancetta Cubes 130G£1.50£1.50
3Alpro Almond Longlife Milk Alternative 1L£1.59£4.77
2Birds Eye Hearty Farmhouse Mix 540G£1.89£3.78
1Cheestrings 8 Pack Cheddar 160G£1.50£1.50
1Continental Selection Pepperoni 150G£1.15£1.15
1I Love' Smoked Back Bacon 250G£1.75£1.75
1Tesco Blueberries 250G£2.00£2.00
1Tesco Organic Blueberries 200G£2.00£2.00
1Tesco Fresh Turkey Mince 500G£2.60£2.60
1Space Raiders Beef Snacks 10 Pack 13G£1.00£1.00
2From The Deli Cooked Ham 3 Slices£1.00£2.00
2Tesco Sliced Green Beans 850G£1.00£2.00
1Pilgrims Choice Mature White Cheddar 310G£2.25£2.25
1Tesco Greek Style Yogurt 4 X 100G£1.00£1.00
1Borwicks Baking Powder 100G

1Bertolli With Butter 400G