What have you eaten today? (Low carb forum)

[MommaE]

Breakfast: bacon and eggs.

2nd meal: fish cakes made with hot smoked salmon, onion and defrosted potato. Should have put more salt in but quite edible.

I've developed a new pain which makes it difficult even to stand up, never mind walk. I'm hoping it will be temporary so will just take some paracemol shortly and hope to feel a bit more comfortable. Trouble is - the tea "station" and fridge are on the other side of the room from my chair - only about 12 feet away, but right now quite a thought to attempt. That means I've not had enough fluid today yet, but will have to just brave it and make some tea and take pills. This is why I ended up with fish cakes - the ingredients were close to hand and I could make the mixture sitting in my chair. I did have to stand up to cook them, but did manage that allright without moving too much.

Could you perhaps make your tea in a thermos so you only have to access the tea station once?

 

[DJC3]

Another thing I suspect there is sugar in some handwashes. Current one in my bathroom is Carex with Shea butter but has a really sweet smell so don’t trust it before blood testing. Won’t buy it again.

I think you may be right. I remember @ianpspurs posting something along these lines a few years ago after noticing finger prick BG was higher after washing his hands with a particular brand of hand wash ( can’t remember which).

 

[DJC3]

A disappointing food day, didn’t really enjoy any of it for some reason.
Black coffee and goat milk kefir this morning ( enjoyed both of these)
Aquafit class then home for lunch. Tried a new recipe: Blueberry and cinnamon omelette topped with a handful of pumpkin seeds, from the Freshwell site. It was pretty bland, doubt I’ll bother again. A handful of nuts about an hour later.
Dinner was pasta bolognaise with a salad of green leaves dressed with ACV and Evoo. Pasta from low carb food co. I didn’t mind it last time I tried but was unimpressed this time, didn’t finish it or the ragu.

 

[ianpspurs]

I think you may be right. I remember @ianpspurs posting something along these lines a few years ago after noticing finger prick BG was higher after washing his hands with a particular brand of hand wash ( can’t remember which).

From memory it was Carex but can't remember which one.

 

[LivingLightly]

Nodding my head up and down at this. Maybe a future plan. For now I'm still getting over giving up nicotine lozengers so as long as my carbs are under 20 I sigh with relief.

You're let off in that case @Margarettt. You've given up such a lot already!

 

[LivingLightly]

Evening all

B: Two poached eggs topped with a knob of butter, avocado and four tiger prawns seasoned with a good grinding of black pepper.
Water to swallow tablet.
Espresso.

L: Mushroom stroganoff made with chestnut mushrooms, dried porcini mushrooms, onions, vegetable stock, tomato purée, paprika, garlic, olive oil, butter, parsley and soured cream.
Cauliflower rice with toasted cashews and peas.
Braised cavolo nero with garlic and toasted almonds.
Skipped pud.
Water to drink.

D: Seafood salad made with brown shrimps and mussels, lettuce, Romano peppers, celery, baby plum tomatoes, Kalamata olives and salad onions, dressed with an olive oil, balsamic and garlic vinaigrette, topped with roasted macadamia nuts.
Water to swallow tablets.

 

[MrsA2]

Tried a new recipe: Blueberry and cinnamon omelette topped with a handful of pumpkin seeds

Doesn't tickle my taste buds, but did remind me of a conversation just yesterday where various friend were bemoaning the hard and tasteless blueberries that seem to be around at the moment. I assume it's it's seasonal/transportation/ import thing?

I find a bag of frozen blueberries to be more cost effective except when good juicy 9nes are on special offer.

 

[filly]

Coffee and cream
1/2 cheese and onion omlette
Coffee and unsweetend almond milk
Cafe Latte
Beef and tomato

 

[MrsA2]

Skipped breakfast as had a 10 am dental appointment.
Called in after at a friend's for a coffee. She very kindly didn't offer me a biscuit.
Home by 12 for a quick lunch of 2 slices ham with scrambled egg and a little cheese on top. Pud of 2 sqs hm lc rhubarb cake and cream.

A lc hot chocolate drink and a little sleep

Later after a computer paperwork session had a headache so another little sleep.

D: lamb chop with aubergine melanza bake (latter was a shop bought frozen one. Amazed to see carbs for my portion were 18g, hidden in sauce and breadcrumb top I suppose) Not currently testing so no idea what it did to my bg, but do know I prefer the flavour of my own homemade.
A larger than usual portion of coffee icecream.

My attempt to ditch the daily routine alcohol is showing I still need an emotional something to reward me for getting through each day.
Tips on how to get past this please?

 

[IanBish]

Tried a new recipe: Blueberry and cinnamon omelette topped with a handful of pumpkin seeds, from the Freshwell site. It was pretty bland, doubt I’ll bother again. A handful of nuts about an hour later.
Dinner was pasta bolognaise with a salad of green leaves dressed with ACV and Evoo. Pasta from low carb food co. I didn’t mind it last time I tried but was unimpressed this time, didn’t finish it or the ragu.

That omelette looked really nice; it's a shame that it didn't taste better. My non-stick pans are definitely becoming sticky, unlike yours.

I've tried some LC pasta, but was very unimpressed, like you.

Me, I had just chicken for lunch. Two big legs.

 

[Rachox]

Breakfast: my usual low carb coconut ‘porridge’ with strawberries washed down with a black coffee.
Late morning: black coffee and a phd bar.
Skipped lunch.
Mid afternoon: black coffee and a Aldi protein bar.
Dinner: gammon steak, fried egg and roasted Mediterranean veggies.

 

[MommaE]

Skipped breakfast as had a 10 am dental appointment.
Called in after at a friend's for a coffee. She very kindly didn't offer me a biscuit.
Home by 12 for a quick lunch of 2 slices ham with scrambled egg and a little cheese on top. Pud of 2 sqs hm lc rhubarb cake and cream.

A lc hot chocolate drink and a little sleep

Later after a computer paperwork session had a headache so another little sleep.

D: lamb chop with aubergine melanza bake (latter was a shop bought frozen one. Amazed to see carbs for my portion were 18g, hidden in sauce and breadcrumb top I suppose) Not currently testing so no idea what it did to my bg, but do know I prefer the flavour of my own homemade.
A larger than usual portion of coffee icecream.

My attempt to ditch the daily routine alcohol is showing I still need an emotional something to reward me for getting through each day.
Tips on how to get past this please?

Have you tried the many different flavoured carbonated water drinks? Their price and the fizz qualifies them as a treat to me.

 

[Annb]

I think you may be right. I remember @ianpspurs posting something along these lines a few years ago after noticing finger prick BG was higher after washing his hands with a particular brand of hand wash ( can’t remember which).

DIL noticed the same thing. Not sure which handwash she was using either but she found one that didn't have that effect. I always use Pears soap which doesn't do that.

 

[Annb]

Could you perhaps make your tea in a thermos so you only have to access the tea station once?

I bought myself a thermos jug for that very purpose some months ago, but it makes everything taste odd, so I gave up on it. Might have another go - have to see if the pain goes away overnight. If it doesn't I suspect I won't be able to go to get my legs bandaged tomorrow.

 

[Antje77]

A well deserved no cooking day after 4 days of proper meals with plenty of veggies.

Besides, one of our two female ducklings from this year has apparently laid her first egg today, a perfect reason for celebrating with bacon, eggs and cheese on a slice of low carb bread.
One egg isn't enough for a meal so the other one was one of those cute small chicken eggs my neighbour down the road gave me for givig her a ride yesterday.

I think our young duck was completely surprised by her first egg, it was smaller than the duck eggs from last year, and I found it in a random spot in the mud in the middle of the garden, looks like she needs some practice on how to duck.
It tasted fine though!

 

[maglil55]

Friday 2 February - bed 7 4 FBG 7.8. Order is slowly being restored. I was still trying to get grandson to choose one 'fun' subject, but he's not having it at all. I was a very academic track as well. I did feel that you needed something relaxing to do. My choice was art, and I actually took it all the way to Higher. I also played hockey for the 1st XI. He has loads of friends, so I guess we'll just have to give up. At least his choices give him quite a few career options. I agree @MrsA2 over the cooking. I taught Hubby & then son to cook. I also made sure they could iron! DIL is teaching the boys to cook & bake and ensures they do household chores.

B. TAG and 2 slices of SRSLY toast with rare brisket and coleslaw. Benecol dairy free.

L. A couple of M&S cheesy crackers and a bit port salut.

D. Ostrich burger with a cheese slice (mustard underneath), coleslaw, stir fried remains of cauliflower rice, a a few GF scampi. CC little chocolate pot.

Gin & soda.

Saturday 3 February - bed 7.8 FBG 7.4 I got an early start to get my shopping done. That let me return to progress the reorganisation a bit further.

B. TAG and a slice of SRSLY toast with pate. Benecol dairy free.

L. Nothing

D. Cold cuts - roast leg of pork, ox tongue, 1/2 slice of gam, mini German sausage, pork & egg. Coleslaw and veggie salad. CC little chocolate pot.

No gin!

 

[MrsA2]

Have you tried the many different flavoured carbonated water drinks? Their price and the fizz qualifies them as a treat to me.

Thanks for the suggestion, I have, but they tend to taste chemical to me. I sometimes put lemon or cucumber or ginger into soda water,but mainly in the summer

 

[maglil55]

Sunday 4 February - bed 7.7 FBG 7.4. Swimming lesson day.

B. TAG and 2 slices of SRSLY toast with pate. Benecol dairy free.

L. Nothing - at swimming lessons.

D. I got a thick piece of sirloin yesterday to roast. I made celeriac dauphinoise (I had loads of gruyere). A mix of sprouts and green beans. Had to have horseradish. Campari and soda. CC little chocolate pot.

 

[LivingLightly]

A disappointing food day, didn’t really enjoy any of it for some reason.
Black coffee and goat milk kefir this morning ( enjoyed both of these)
Aquafit class then home for lunch. Tried a new recipe: Blueberry and cinnamon omelette topped with a handful of pumpkin seeds, from the Freshwell site. It was pretty bland, doubt I’ll bother again. A handful of nuts about an hour later.
Dinner was pasta bolognaise with a salad of green leaves dressed with ACV and Evoo. Pasta from low carb food co. I didn’t mind it last time I tried but was unimpressed this time, didn’t finish it or the ragu. View attachment 66043

Evening @DJC3.

How disappointing! It looks so pretty.

I've tried blueberries from different countries it must be said and, although they look attractive, the flavour has never lived up to my expectations. They taste sweet, but that's all.

I prefer soft fruit that has a bit of a kick like raspberries and blackcurrants., but doubt either would work well in an omelette!

 

[Antje77]

I prefer soft fruit that has a bit of a kick like raspberries and blackcurrants., but doubt either would work well in an omelette!

I think it would, if you think of the omelette a a kind of pancake or crepe. A thin omelette with cream and strawberries starts to sound better and better while I'm typing.