Oats & Raisin For Breakfast

I woke up this morning with a bad headache and also full of guilt because i had a cheese croissant for supper before going to bed.  I wonder if it was too much and my blood sugar was high therefore the headache – because i can’t imagine that i didn’t get enough to eat before sleeping.   So while thinking of what to eat for breakfast – and to somewhat make it a healthy one – Mr Moo showed me a best affiliate program review – because he knows i’m always looking out for ways to make money – and i got distracted.

Anyhow, my headache persisted and Mr Moo made me some oatmeal with some raisins – which prompted me to eat oats instead for a snack if i was hungry from now on at night.  I feel absolutely guilty if i ate noodles or even mini spring rolls – plus we all  know that oats is good for diabetics like myself.  But I think I might need some variety with my oats in the morning – like add a banana or granola – or even some pecan or almonds.  Yums!  try that !  i know you won’t think of oats the same way anymore.

Diabetics Eat Pizza

Many ppl are surprised that I’m able to eat pizza even though I’m diabetic .. and after looking at some tv stands for our new home, I asked my g/f if she wanted to have pizza.. and of course, she looked at me.. as if i was speaking in a foreign language.  I had to laugh each time.. when i get a reaction like that.   Many ppl think that being a diabetic, one can only drink water and each crackers.. but in fact it is not true.  In fact, as a diabetic, I found that I eat pretty much everything… but in moderation.

Sure you can eat pizza, a pita, tortillas and whole wheat bread dough makes the perfect healthy crust for homemade pizzas and calzone.  One can enjoy all these carb smart pizza without any guilt or worrying about your sugar level – or your blood sugar sky rocketing.  With Canadian-style bacon, a four-cheese blend, and just the right seasonings, this mouthwatering pizza is loaded with flavor but has only 216 calories and 6 grams of fat per serving.  Try it out eh..!

Traveling With Diabetes

So I am about to go on a vacation.. one that i haven’t taken for years.  You must be wondering . .since I have diabetes.. what am i gonna eat.. when i am not home right..?  Well.. diabetics unite..!! for i have good news for you.  As a diabetic.. you can eat anything.. but in moderation.  Try to eat those things.. you normally eat.. and if you cannot get those.. and eat out in a restaurant.. be sure.. you choose a vegie or a salad.. to go with your meal.  Eat lean meat.. or fish if possible.. and nothing in my humble opinion is a taboo.  Just eat them in moderation.  For example.. if you cannot find your regular snack.. and is at Macdonalds.. just eat half a pie ..and half a cup of tea or coffee with non fat milk.  No sugar of course.. unless you can get that sweetner thingie.  i know i’m gonna do well when i am on vacation .. and so will you with right right mindset.

Dried Fruit

As parents, we all want to make sure.. that we give the best to our kids – food is one major concern .. that all other parents can agree with me .. that we take special care.  For some like myself, we believed that giving dried fruits is another way of getting them the Vitamin C that they need.  But is dried fruit a good snack to send to school..?? is dried fruit a healthy snack.. that we make our kids think they are..??

By weight, dried fruit has higher concentration of fibre, vitamins and minerals than fresh – but also more calories and natural sugar.  If we keep the portions small about a quarter cup (50ml) – then dried fruit can be nutritious and healthy.  It can satisfy a sweet craving for the young one too.

Health & Wellness With Organic Yogurt

We were at the grocery store the other day.. when Missy Moo pointed out .. the apple juice that her school gives her for break time… in the morning.  I had asked Missy Moo if that was the reason why she didn’t drink the apple juice at the school.. because it was the canned type .. and we give her organic apple juice.  She said yes..  and further explained that the apple juice from school tasted funny.

If you are thinking that we are the arty farty type of parents.. we are not.  We just want what is best for Missy Moo, so we usually make sure we get organic stuff for her.. wherever possible.  Now that I’ve found yogurt that can be bought organic too, i am gonna switch her to this instead.   Why organic.. you asked..??  Because they uses organic milk from Canadian farms along with organic fruit and cane sugar.

Each serving of yogurt boasts of prebiotic and probiotics to help replenish intestinal microflora.  So whether you are a new parent .. with no bearings on bringing up your newborn or toddler, trust me, this line of yogurt not only provides energy that your toddlers need but also helps their bodies to absorb fat soluble viatamins.

Jungle Jim’s & Healthy Food..!!

I received a email from Jungle Jim’s and they too are going the slim quick way as well.  Looks like chicken is the way to go.. if you want healthy food.. plus loads of vegies steamed .. minus the dressing .. and cheese on top.  But would the Canadians eat their vegies without the dressing..?? Seriously doubt so.  You wouldn’t believe how much dressing they asked for .. even when they claimed that they are eating healthy.. or going on a diet.  It was to funny to watch.. without laughing and looking and behaving rude.

Red Wine Is Good For Health

I hear that some red wine every night is good for the health, therefore joining a wine club is great!  you get to check out lots of different kind of wine and you also learn to appreciate what you are drinking. I love red wine that are fruity and not dry in taste but since I won’t want to spend alot just on one bottle.. it was certainly a great thing to be in the club.

Old Wives’ Tale

My grandmother has a glass of wine every night before going to bed… she said it was good for health.. and encourages it.  So now we too follow the same tradition .. and we have a glass of wine every now and then..  just to stay in good health.  And because of that, my siblings and I learned to buy good wines whenever we do come by any.  Wine racks has become the essential and the most appreciated gift in our family for we buy a bottle every month.

Evening Primrose Oil

I love fish.. and i used to eat alot of it.. because i love to eat sushi or sashimi. But ever since coming to a foreign land.. my fish consumption gets lesser and lesser… mostly because it is too expensive.. and sometimes.. i just don’t have time to bake them.

I’ve heard that evening primrose oil does wonder.. because it supplies another fatty acid, known as gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is an Omega 6 essential fatty acid. My skin seems alot worst these day.. so hopefully evening primrose is going to help, afterall, it is say that it does provide a wide range of healing power. I want to really glow..!

Snacking For Energy

If you are feeling pooped by 3pm every afternoon, a snack might be what you need to help you keep going to dinner.  That is if you snack wisely.  Highly processed snacks that include ingredients like sugar and what flour can give you quick energy but it doesn’t last.  More wholesome foods like vegies, fruits and whole grain are a much better choice.

Those low fat snack is only low fat if you eat in moderation.  Before you indulge, check out the recommended portion size on the nutrition facts panel on the package.

Horrid Brunch

What a horrid brunch we had .. at the Colony’s today..! Had wanted to go to Jungle Jim’s.. but it was closed.. so had no choice.. but to go to somewheres .. where we know it was gonna be opened..! because it was Remembrance Day. And the brat needed to eat immediately .. it was already almost 4pm..!!

Thanks.. to Mr Moo.. for playing with his Guitar Hero.. instead of helping me.. with packing up.. and doing housework.. so that we can leave as soon as i am done showering.. !! or he to jump into the shower.. as soon as i am done.. but nope..!! he rather play his game..! yup..!!! he suxs!!! Anyway.. food suxs..!! so did the rest of the day..!! but that’s another story..!!

Never Ever

I guess i’m never going to the city eh..?? first it was the damn storm.. and then the babysitter had to visit her boyfriend.. and next week would be my menses..! so there is truly no winning situation here..

Oh well.. i’ve only not been there for like a few months.. and not eaten any of my food for years.. so that’s not like it’s forever right..?? (being sarcastic)

Mr Moo just doesn’t know how hard it is for me.. without anything at all.. for food..!! i so miss home.. because of all the good food.. i haven’t eaten for 7 yrs..! but 7 yrs.. donch seems like a long time to anyone.. and some may not even understand why i am so pissy..!!