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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
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AdgeSenior Contributor
Mmmm Cheese (yum), just a slice (or 2).
Good on sandwiches, helps to make the vegies more tasty.
Cheese is good protein for me, since I don't eat any meat (just some fish).
Yes cheese is high in fat, but our bodies do need some fat (in food).
Plus my diet is low in fat anyway - high in vegies & fibre.
I don't eat enough carbohydrates (pasta/bread/potatoes) - so I could increase that.
Adge
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
I need to cut down on carbohydrates @Adge
I think my mum needs more carbohydrates @Adge , @Former-Member , as she seems that she can`t put weight on because of her bowel obstructions
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AdgeSenior Contributor
That's exactly why I couldn't put on weight @Shaz51
It took me almost 4 years (after my 3rd bowel surgery) - to get back up to my healthy (minimum) weight range.
Adge
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
Hugs @Adge
My mum weighs very little @Darcy
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
My mother lost a lot of weight too. @Shaz51 Its hard to see that. Even at the zoo ... they are careful with diet ... for dental caries and diabetes.
I cut carbs when my son went on keto. Now that I am on my own, I am learning to please myself.
My friend with bad diabetes still has desserts and icecream. She hinted for me to bring in some good ice cream for my next visit, as they have terrible stuff in the home ...
@Adge Avocadoes and eggs would make lovely additions to your meals.
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TABSenior Contributor
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Trying to reduce intake over all, primarily because what has been going on our plates has been well over the recommended portion sizes 😵.
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Hello all @Former-Member @Shaz51 @TAB @Appleblossom @Adge
Apologies if I've omitted to tag anyone who's been posting in this thread. I'm chiming in as I notice that a few of you have posted here about healthy eating. It's a huge topic for many on the forums (and elsewhere) and a really important aspect of caring for ourselves. I thought it might be a good time to remind you that a recent update to our Community guidelines discourages members from recommending diets or describing weight loss or weight gain strategies. This revision was made to lessen the risk of triggering those who may live with an eating disorder and be triggered by such details – so please try to keep that in mind when discussing food.
Take care. 🙂
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
ohhh thanks @Former-Member 
Hello @Former-Member , @Adge , @Appleblossom , @TAB , @Mrsjones , @Sophie1 , @Determined , @outlander
trying to cut down on carbs xx
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