i have been learning to eat the "diabetic diet" for over a year now, and find it to be far superior to my former "normal" diet. Out with all the processed foods, just don't waste your money on them. a good loaf of bread costs three or four times what a fake one costs, so choose wisely, look in the day old section for left overs, etc. as has been said, cook in quantity and then freeze in individual servings, there are good, inexpensive plastic ware for that, or even freezer bags.

what has served me best is learning to like the taste of simple foods,,, beans,, oh how many things can you do with beans ?? and onions, they go in almost everything... don't be shy of celery and tomato for flavor and nutrition!

what you really want to get good at is counting those calories and carb, portion control, small meals often, lots of fresh fruit and veggies raw, and no more "easy" empty calories. it's astonishing that a little bit of good food is as filling as a lot of empty calories. there is a daily email site that i read, it's pretty "high class" (pricey) in it's recipies, but it does give you other ideas that help to apply healthy thinking: http://us-mg5.mail.yahoo.com/neo/lau...smau4ncu2#mail

you would be amazed at what satisfying snacks pickles make, and how you can use the juice to soak shredded cabbage for your daily veggie~! i personally try for the old "apple a day"... it's a lifestyle, not a recipe~! and brown rice ? put some veggies in it,, fresh, frozen or canned, it doesn't matter, and a little fish over it,, YUM... don't be afraid of bell peppers, beats, cucumbers, etc, anything that is in season and on sale... browse like the Deer!

best wishes~
Gus