11-03-2009, 05:18 AM
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I am a: Type 2 | | Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Northern VA
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Originally Posted by bunbury  Another  - It's been said before, but IMO it's much easier to do if you enjoy cooking. | ugh, I hate cooking (and cleaning up afterwards!).
That said, I have very succesfully stuck to a low-carb plan while eating most meals out at restaurants. I can order a steak (mmm, prime rib...) with a salad and/or vegetable (broccoli, cauliflower, green beans - whatever they have other than potatoes or corn). Or I can get a big salad topped with roasted chicken, bacon, shredded cheese, and creamy dressing. Or Thai food, no rice, just meat, veggies, and a non-sweet sauce. Or even fast food - any burger or grilled chicken sandwich, toss the bun. Or KFC grilled chicken.
Of course, cooking yourself is usually "safer" in that there are fewer temptations, plus you know 100% for sure exactly what is going into your food. I do wish I enjoyed cooking or had the time to do it without resentment, but that's not my life right now. But, not to worry, as low carbing is still possible!
__________________ *Jill* Diagnosed Type 2 May 21, 2008, A1C 9.5, Fasting Glucose 214
Had DS surgery to resolve diabetes on March 27, 2009.
3/27/09: 308.5 pounds
9/29/09: 221 pounds
A1C on July 10, 2009: 5.4 
A1C on September 29, 2009: 5.1  |
