Breakfast... help !

[wolfcub83]

I have 2 weetabix and rasberries with semi skimmed milk ..... im new to this and want to know is this ok for a breakfast ? im out early and need something quick and easy 🙂 any input would be great .

 

[khskel]

It depends! If it doesn't cause a spike in your BG levels it's OK for you.

 

[wolfcub83]

It depends! If it doesn't cause a spike in your BG levels it's OK for you.

Im not sure of my levels yet as not got a monitor yet ( getting one tomorrow ) Only diagnosed on monday . Just looking for tips as dont want to be harming myself

 

[khskel]

So take a reading before you eat and then 2 hours later. Ideally you want to see a rise of no more than 2 - 3 mmol.

 

[Martin Canty]

You will know more when you start testing but (for me) this would be way too many carbs.

Many T2's find that their insulin resistance is greater in the morning than the afternoon (perhaps something to do with getting exercise during the day), as a consequence they do not tolerate carbs well first thing. Many opt to have just protein & fat for breakfast (a hard boiled egg is a favorite go-to as they can be prepared in advance) others (like myself) opt not to eat until later in the day (Intermittent Fasting or IF for short).

At the end of the day, it's your choice on how/what to eat, just be guided by your meter (when it arrives). We will likely give you plenty of advice once you are ready to start testing.

 

[wolfcub83]

You will know more when you start testing but (for me) this would be way too many carbs.

Many T2's find that their insulin resistance is greater in the morning than the afternoon (perhaps something to do with getting exercise during the day), as a consequence they do not tolerate carbs well first thing. Many opt to have just protein & fat for breakfast (a hard boiled egg is a favorite go-to as they can be prepared in advance) others (like myself) opt not to eat until later in the day (Intermittent Fasting or IF for short).

At the end of the day, it's your choice on how/what to eat, just be guided by your meter (when it arrives). We will likely give you plenty of advice once you are ready to start testing.

Thank you much appreciated

 

[Martin Canty]

Just did a lookup & it appears that 2 weetabix is about 26g of carbs, add the milk & rasberries.... Who knows? Perhaps an investment in a set of kitchen scales might be useful. Another thing to note is that the removal of the fat from milk will increase the level of sugars in the milk... Many of us shun low-fat/diet products.... The current way of thinking is leading to the notion that dietary fat is not as bad for us as originally though, it's the excessive carbs that cause the ills of modern life.

 

[Greyhound Gal]

Hi wolf cub. I still have carbs most breakfasts. Bran flakes or porridge generally. This is just because I can't bear the other options e.g cold eggs, yoghurt and berries, and because I just like them and I refuse to let Dickie (my diabetes) take all the foods I like away from me. I normally spike between 1.5 - 2 mmol but as this is still just within acceptable limits, I'll take it 🙂

 

[wolfcub83]

Hi wolf cub. I still have carbs most breakfasts. Bran flakes or porridge generally. This is just because I can't bear the other options e.g cold eggs, yoghurt and berries, and because I just like them and I refuse to let Dickie (my diabetes) take all the foods I like away from me. I normally spike between 1.5 - 2 mmol but as this is still just within acceptable limits, I'll take it 🙂

Yep just had yogurt and some grapes .... not very exciting .

 

[Mark Parrott]

Yep just had yogurt and some grapes .... not very exciting .

Just thought I'd mention, grapes are not good. Little sugar bombs. Berries are good. If I have yoghurt & berries, l use the frozen ones as these mix in nicer than fresh ones. As for cereals, l can't touch them. Send me sky high. Some on here can tolerate porridge. Sadly, l can't.

 

[wolfcub83]

Just thought I'd mention, grapes are not good. Little sugar bombs. Berries are good. If I have yoghurt & berries, l use the frozen ones as these mix in nicer than fresh ones. As for cereals, l can't touch them. Send me sky high. Some on here can tolerate porridge. Sadly, l can't.

Ahhh explains why I'm now feeling like a pressure cooker ... I will get berries from now on . Thanks for the input it's greatly appreciated 🙂

 

[bilbie]

Im not sure of my levels yet as not got a monitor yet ( getting one tomorrow ) Only diagnosed on monday . Just looking for tips as dont want to be harming myself

A lot buy the sd codefree online because the strips are cheaper

It takes a while to get out of the carb mindset. I find this exciting for a weekend breakfast. Smoke salmon and eggs with Hollandaise sauce (google : stick blender hollandaise)

 

[wolfcub83]

A lot buy the sd codefree online because the strips are cheaper

It takes a while to get out of the carb mindset. I find this exciting for a weekend breakfast. Smoke salmon and eggs with Hollandaise sauce (google : stick blender hollandaise)

Youre making my mouth water ... sounds delicious. Thanks for the input 🙂

 

[Radders]

I understand the liking for cereals so bear in mind that there are lower and slower release ones than weetabix that might help, also if you like it, unsweetened soya milk or almond milk have very few carbs. I found swapping weetabix for the new protein version makes a difference. I also swap one for 25g Lizi's granola and add ground linseed/flaxseed to add protein and fat and make it more filling.

 

[Owen]

You will know more when you start testing but (for me) this would be way too many carbs.

Many T2's find that their insulin resistance is greater in the morning than the afternoon (perhaps something to do with getting exercise during the day), as a consequence they do not tolerate carbs well first thing. Many opt to have just protein & fat for breakfast (a hard boiled egg is a favorite go-to as they can be prepared in advance) others (like myself) opt not to eat until later in the day (Intermittent Fasting or IF for short).

At the end of the day, it's your choice on how/what to eat, just be guided by your meter (when it arrives). We will likely give you plenty of advice once you are ready to start testing.

I don't recommend fasting at breakfast, the clue is in the name. Perhaps as suggested a slightly lower carb one. I would wait until you find the impact of what you are eating. In the military it is an offence to skip breakfast.

 

[Owen]

A lot buy the sd codefree online because the strips are cheaper

It takes a while to get out of the carb mindset. I find this exciting for a weekend breakfast. Smoke salmon and eggs with Hollandaise sauce (google : stick blender hollandaise)

Can't argue with that as a meal

 

[Strongbow]

Last time I had weetabix my best levels shot up from 6.0 to 13 .7. It may not affect you as much. Trial and error.

 

[Owen]

I understand the liking for cereals so bear in mind that there are lower and slower release ones than weetabix that might help, also if you like it, unsweetened soya milk or almond milk have very few carbs. I found swapping weetabix for the new protein version makes a difference. I also swap one for 25g Lizi's granola and add ground linseed/flaxseed to add protein and fat and make it more filling.

I have Lizi's with Greek yogurt and nuts. Worked well even before MDI, Hooked on the stuff now.

 

[Stitch147]

Shredded wheat is the worst thing for me at breakfast. I usually have porridge or weetabix.

 

[Mark Parrott]

Shredded wheat are a nightmare. More carbs than coco pops!😱