New here at risk type 2 diabetes

[Daisy22]

Hi Everyone
I am told I am at risk of type 2 diabetes.
Looking for advice on healthy food and I am vegetarian.
a nurse tells me cottage cheese is ok?
Any advice you can give is appreciated
Thanks so much

 

[Leadinglights]

Hi Everyone
I am told I am at risk of type 2 diabetes.
Looking for advice on healthy food and I am vegetarian.
a nurse tells me cottage cheese is ok?
Any advice you can give is appreciated
Thanks so much

Welcome to the forum
Were you told what your HbA1C result is as that will indicate how close to the top of the 'at risk' zone which is 42-47mmol/mol. So where you are depends on how much you need to do but it is likely some modest changes in diet by reducing your carbohydrate intake.
Cottage cheese is fine if you like it but all cheese is fine.
Have a look at this link as there is a vegetarian meal plan which will show you there is plenty you can eat. https://lowcarbfreshwell.com/
Vegetarian meals can be quite high carb as they often include rice, pulses and pasta but there are plenty of substitutions to reduce the cab content. I use edamame bean or black bean pasta instead of wheat based pasta as it is much lower carb. Meals based on cheese, eggs, nuts, dairy as well as veg, salads, and fruit like berries will still give you plenty of options.

 

[mashedupmatt]

Hi @Daisy22 and welcome to the forum - I'm not the best qualified to offer dietary advice as I'm a type 1 but cheese is fine as it doesn't contain any carbs (which is what affects your blood glucose the most) - I'm sure others who have more expertise in this area will come along and help - glad you have found us 🙂

 

[goodybags]

Hi @Daisy22 welcome to the forum, you will im sure pick up some great info & tips on here from the shared experiences

Remember to pop along anytime and ask anything you might be concerned about
and one of the golden rules on this forum is don’t be afraid to ask
tyeres no such thing as a silly question

 

[Daisy22]

Welcome to the forum
Were you told what your HbA1C result is as that will indicate how close to the top of the 'at risk' zone which is 42-47mmol/mol. So where you are depends on how much you need to do but it is likely some modest changes in diet by reducing your carbohydrate intake.
Cottage cheese is fine if you like it but all cheese is fine.
Have a look at this link as there is a vegetarian meal plan which will show you there is plenty you can eat. https://lowcarbfreshwell.com/
Vegetarian meals can be quite high carb as they often include rice, pulses and pasta but there are plenty of substitutions to reduce the cab content. I use edamame bean or black bean pasta instead of wheat based pasta as it is much lower carb. Meals based on cheese, eggs, nuts, dairy as well as veg, salads, and fruit like berries will still give you plenty of options.

Thanks so much

 

[Daisy22]

Thanks so much

 

[Daisy22]

Hi @Daisy22 and welcome to the forum - I'm not the best qualified to offer dietary advice as I'm a type 1 but cheese is fine as it doesn't contain any carbs (which is what affects your blood glucose the most) - I'm sure others who have more expertise in this area will come along and help - glad you have found us 🙂

Thank you

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Welcome to the forum @Daisy22

Glad you have found us!

We have all sorts of different members here finding their own way through the maze of options regarding food choices. But the good news is, it’s perfectly possible to develop a healthy and BG-friendly vegetarian way of eating that can help to steer you away from a diabetes diagnosis.

One of the biggest questions when trying to reduce your risk of developing diabetes is bound to be ‘what can I eat’. And while there are obvious things like cakes, biscuits, sweets and sugary drinks that you will want to cut out straight away, you might be surprised how much *all* carbohydrate affects your BG levels, including rice, pasta, potatoes, bread, pastry, grains, cereals and many fruits. That’s not to say you have to avoid those things entirely, but being mindful of portion sizes, and looking for some lower-carb swaps here and there can have a big impact.

There are a range of different meal plans here to give you some ideas, including veggie and vegan options:

Meal plans and diabetes

Eating nutritious, healthy and downright delicious food is that bit easier with our meal planners. We've created multiple different weekly meal plans to suit all types and tastes. They're nutritionally balanced, are calorie and carb counted, and can help if you want to lose weight. They also...

www.diabetes.org.uk

 

[Daisy22]

You are correct what can I eat, I have a lot to learn