Today we began a challenge for our entire family. I have watched my mom live with diabetes for thirty plus years and we have decided that in order to break this terrible cycle, we must first begin by changing our eating habits. The first and easiest change I am making to our diet is cutting all fried foods. No more french fried potatoes, fried chicken, fried pork, or fried seafood.
Our first day of the challenge was quite simple really. We ate lots of fresh fruit and veggis. For dinner, instead of pork chops battered and fried, we ate baked pork chops, fresh steamed broccoli, whole grain bread rolls and fresh fruit. It was a success. The pork chops were tender and flavorful and everyone tried a little of each dish.
Katherine,
ReplyDeleteI am starting a similar process! My family and I are trying to eat healthy and incorporate exercise into our daily routine. We have also been trying to cut back on the fried foods and replace them with fruit and vegetables. I have also been exercising daily (5 days a week) by going up to South Alabama’s new recreation facility. It is such a wonderful facility and makes working out enjoyable. Also, it helps beat this warm weather! I hope that I can keep up this healthy lifestyle. I will enjoy reading your blog and following your success!
Kathy,
ReplyDeleteGood for you and your family! It's great that you guys are doing this together so you can support eachother. We try to eat as many fruits and veggies as possible. I have found that healthy eating involves planning. Sounds like you guys are off to a wonderful start. Be sure to post some healthy recipes so I can try them too!
Now I'm hungry! Congratulations on doing what's best for your family.
ReplyDeleteKatherine,
ReplyDeleteI understand why you are trying to do right. My mom has been insulin dependent now for about ten years. It is an awful disease and no matter how hard we try to convince her not to eat those foods that are bad for her... Well, she does it anyway. I hope you will continue to create eating skills that will last your family a lifetime. Maybe they will always remember and never end up with that dreaded disease.
Kathy,
ReplyDeleteI wsh you and your family the best of luck on your eat right mission. I know that eating right takes a lot of hard work and dedication. I need to d o the same but at this time I just do not have the will power to do so. Good Luck!!!