Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.
Shaz51Senior Contributor
Hello Everyone 
Saw a Dietician yesterday -- and she talked about Self care -- Food, salt, sugar and water
How much water do you drink a day ??
How much salt do you have a day ??
Sugar -- how much a day ?? do you have fruit and veges everyday , salad
she has challenged us to eat mor heathlier in the month of Apri
Who is going to join me or have some wonderful hints and tips to share
In response to: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
AdgeSenior Contributor
Hi @Former-Member
I always eat plenty of vegies, with a bit of fish or something vegetarian.
I don't eat much junk food, so not much issue there.
The main issue is that when very tired, which is actually quite frequent - I lose any apetite.
I can hardly get myself to eat what I've cooked, so I virtually have to force feed myself.
I suspended my healthy eating this afternoon, & went & got fish & chips instead.
Very tasty, high in kilojoules, maybe not so good in other aspects...
Adge
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Unknown userMember
@Adge for you healthy eating is quite different to what is seen as the norm. Enjoying fish and chips = 😀
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Shaz51Senior Contributor
hello @Former-Member
learning game here still
finding I am better if I eat more veges and less meat
eating more fish and chicken is good
I won`t be making "devilled sausages " again -- wow my gall bladder and hiatus hernia played up big time
the kidney specialist and the Endocrimologist are both happy
but my diabetes is still high at night time , might need more insulin
eating less carbs is good
Hello @Adge , @Ali11 , @Appleblossom , @Janiee
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Shaz51Senior Contributor
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Ali11Senior Contributor
Nutrition is so important, isn't it? The latest studies around gut microbiome and how it affects emotions are really fascinating.
Devilled sausages are a childhood favourite @Shaz51, sorry to hear they impact you in a negative way!
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Shaz51Senior Contributor
yes and when you have to cut diwn on sugar, carb, protein, potassuim and others @Ali11 makes it tricky but getting there @Former-Member
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
AdgeSenior Contributor
I think I did already pay for it @Shaz51 Immediately after eating it.
Although it could well have been due to something else that I ate, earlier in the day.
My tummy has been queasy all day.
Adge
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Unknown userMember
Sounds like those deviled sausages are living up to their name @Shaz51 ... yikes. 😈😬
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Shaz51Senior Contributor
ohhhh yes @Former-Member
mr shaz wanted potato bake tonight -- I tried to make it a bit healthier , will find out how high my diabetes will be tonight @Adge , @Ali11
Potatoes are one of the big causes
In response to: Re: self care -- Food, Salt , Sugar , Water
Unknown userMember
Could you make it with sweet potato (or 50/50) @Shaz51
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
You’ll soon be able to use one secure login to access all SANE services.
For added security, members are now required to log in with their email address and password - member names are no longer supported for logging in.
If you had a Forums account before 19 May 2026 and haven’t set up your new login yet, you'll be prompted to set up your new secure login when you sign-in.
Fields marked * are required
