does anyone have any meal plan suggestions or low carb diet tips for a freshman in college?
after a medical diagnosis I now have to go on a low carb, low sugar diet and have no idea where to even start, nor do I have the ingredients, money, or means of really cooking anything for myself in a dorm room.
serene - said
January 27 2012 @ 18:00
Low carb eating calls for some planning, but you can do it! If you are required to eat in a school cafeteria, you r best choices are salad, cooked veggies, protein (chicken, beef, cheese, eggs, even hot dogs if that’s your only choice), and a little fresh (not syruply canned) fruit. Dairy like milk and cottage cheese are also good. Beans are high in fiber and are a great choice. Choose whole grain bread over white because whole grains are digested more slowly. This means oatmeal and whole grain cereals are a good breakfast or snack choice. Avoid: white potatoes, white rice, noodles, pasta, corn in large amounts.
Fast food restaurants are the most difficult places to eat, but again, this is manageable. When ordering a sandwich or burrito, request maximum toppings like lettuce, tomatoes and cheese; then eat the filling and pick off most or all of the bun or tortilla. Corn tortillas (crispy tacos) are better than flour. Places like Wendy’s offer side dishes other than fries (chili, salad).
In your dorm room, you can keep the following: "No sugar added" canned fruit and individual applesauce cups; whole grain crackers and whole grain tortilla chips with canned bean dip, nuts of all kinds. Congratulations on taking charge of your health, and good luck to you!