To monitor carbohydrates and sodium in your diet, here are grocery items to limit or avoid (as I do) and always, always check and compare the nutrition labels:
Never, never, never buy anything in a box, prepackaged, prepared:
- Instant 'helpers' in boxes - meat dishes, instant cereals, mashed potatoes
These are always high in carbs and sodium for processing and dehydrating; far better to cook the meat yourself and use healthy ingredients.
- packaged meats, with all respect to good kosher brands
Sadly the salts and preservatives are necessary to prevent spoiling; fresh chicken is the only meat I have been able to eat freely without consequence. Again, with all respect and gratitude to Hebrew National foods and other good kosher brands.
- prepared frozen entres
While many brands are trying to help the weight conscience, they are very high in sodium, again, to prevent spoiling. Rice and pasta are both starches and high carbohydrates.
- bottled beverages (sodas, teas, power drinks, fruit drinks)
Naturally, most are either high sodium (sodas) or high in complex sugars. If you consider the prepared teas, look at the nutritional information for sugars/carbs or sodium content.
- snacks
Anything prepackaged is to be avoided. Just don't go down 'that' isle.
- bottled dressings
Again, most will be high sodium for freshness and prevent spoiling. There may be some who really try to promote good health, so check the nutritional information on the label.
Remember, if you can get it in a machine...don't get it at all, except bottled water.
The Lord will help us all the way if we try; as well as our good Doctor.
Remember to always consult freely your professional medical doctor/provider before you make decisions regarding diet.
Remember to always consult freely your professional medical doctor/provider before you make decisions regarding diet.
