Food For Thought:
Quick Meal Ideas
Do you walk into your house after a busy day of work and need quick dinner ideas? Here are a few suggestions to making healthy meal choices:
• Invest in a George Foreman grill. This will quickly become your best friend in the kitchen! For example:
o Frozen boneless chicken breasts are done in about 5 minutes
o Light hot dogs
o Grilled 2% Cheese Sandwiches- spray whole wheat bread with a butter spray and these are done in just about 2 minutes! Add a fresh slice of tomato for an extra special treat!
• Frozen Vegetable Steam Bags- Place in the microwave and vegetables or rice are done in 5 minutes flat. Stay clear of vegetables with added sauces and creams- these add extra fat and sodium!
• Use a Crock Pot- Prepare dinner before leaving the house in the morning or place the ingredients in the pot the night before and refrigerate and start cooking in the morning.
• PLAN, PLAN, PLAN! Plan your meals for the work week ahead of time so you have all the ingredients on hand. This also eliminates the “What are we having for dinner?” dilemma!
• Search the internet for quick and easy meals. www.quickandhealthy.net is a great resource!
With these simple tips, you are on your way to a healthier you!
Posted by Mary Washington Hospital Diabetes Management Program
Super Market tours!
Come Shop With Us!
Does food shopping frustrate you? Do you wander the aisles wondering what you can and can’t eat with diabetes and MOST importantly, what tastes good? We’re here to help. Come walk the supermarket with a diabetes nutrition expert and learn how to select healthier foods without giving up the taste, convenience and fun of eating! The Diabetes Management Program of Mary Washington Hospital offers monthly store tours at various times and locations for groups of 5-10 people. If you are interested in organizing a personal tour for your own small group at your favorite grocery store, that can also be arranged. Please contact us at 540-741-2210 for all the details. We hope to shop with you soon!
Stefanie Rekdal, RD CDE
Posted by Mary Washington Hospital Diabetes Management Program
Liven Up Your Water!!
Do you find it difficult to drink water throughout the day? Although plain water is best, it is still possible to enjoy water with a little pizzazz!
Flavor your ice cubes: freeze fruit or 100% juice in your ice to add a berry twist. Use fun shaped ice cubes to make you smile too!
Crystal Light packets - with very few calories, taste great and there are many different flavors. Try Walmart’s Great Value brand for a price savings. You can also keep the single serving packets in your desk at work so you are not tempted to buy a soda.
Try your water sparkling - Calorie free and the bubbles tease your taste buds.
Some other calorie free drinks include diet caffeine free soda, decaf tea and decaf coffee.
Blog written by:
Leann Curtis, a Registered Dietician at Mary Washington Hospital's Outpatient Diabetes Management Program
Posted by Mary Washington Hospital Diabetes Management Program
