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[otep]

Hi people. I need help! I'm not a diabetic and knows little of the condition; my grandmother is though. She's quiet old and at times when we bring her food she complains that we are not "feeding" her enough. She likes those that are not good for her. I'm sure her medication and supplements help her, buit if she continues this i don't know what to do. any suggestions of how she can be satisfied with the food we should let her eat? Yes, we sometimes let her have her way just so she never get hungry...or angry for the matter.

Thanks guys!

[am1977]

Probably the best thing would be for her to get in touch with a CDE/dietician- so that she can be given a meal plan. It sounds like a tough situation, but with help from a nutrition pro, I'm sure something can be worked out... :)

[otep]

Thanks. I will do just that! I just learned that I am going to be a father :thumbsup: . I am so very happy! What I thought was food posioning turned out to be my transition to fatherhood. Thanks to that I can tolerate my grandma a bit ...nooo a lot more yahooooo.... thanks.

Sorry I really am fresh out of words right now. But thank you for your advice, am1977. :tee:

[Emm]

Congratulations otep!

Is your gran type 1 or 2? What meds is she on? Does she use insulin? These things make a difference to what foods we can get away with - or how we deal with any foods we eat.

Arm us with a little info and we may be able to help you - but remember every diabetic is different, and you have to find out what works for her no matter what suggestions you get from us.

[Cyborg]

How about adding a decent sized salad to her meals?

[rzrbks]

Cyborg

How about adding a decent sized salad to her meals?

topped with some cheese or low carbs "Fillers."

[archimeech]

Depending on her level of diabetes, her level of rebellion against the disease, and her level of senility; there is probably nothing you can do to convince her you're giving her enough food. My father complained about not getting enough food, and not getting to eat cookies and ice cream right up to his death. He suffered a heart attack 9-1/2 years ago, slowly got worse until the last 2 years of his life he spent in bed not being able to even sit up at the end of it. All the while complaining that he didn't get enough to eat...

good luck with her.

[otep]

Sorry don't have much time to check as my time is now even more divided to my grandma and now my pregnant wife...not that im complaining i am very happy. And would like to thank you guys for your advice and words. I will check from time to time when have the time.

Hi Emm, she's taking Glucophage (I don't know if i spelled it right,) and is taking bitter melon supplement. At times my grandfather gives her a shot if her blood sugar goes high. Thanks! I'm really excited about the baby!

I see I am in the same scenario as you were archimeech. It's really hard. But I am learning to cope with her moods now. thanks.

Cyborg. we also give her salads. Thanks

am1977, she does not agree with the diet but we are trying to make her see its for her own good. Thanks.

Thank you all.

God bless.