Author: Tarla Dalal
Publisher: Sanjay & Company
Year: 2008
Language: English
Pages: 157
ISBN/UPC (if available): 81-86469-69-9
Description
Diabetes is a lifelong condition that can be managed with careful diet control and proper medication. Dietary modification is an important aspect in the management of diabetes. The success of any therapy for diabetes depends on the eating habits of that individual. What you eat and when you eat is extremely important. But at times, most diabetics get frustrated with the monotonous 'diabetic diet' prescribed and the long list of food that one has to avoid. And that is exactly the right time to refer to this book.
FROM FOREWORD of the Book:
This book gives easy to follow information on some basic facts about diabetes as well as diabetic diet for lay people. It is a collection of meticulously planed recipes from different cuisines like Indian, Continental, Italian, Chinese and Mexican to add more variety to our meals. All the recipes are scientifically planed and nutritionally balanced. It will definitely enable you to enjoy your meals without compromising on dietary principles. Another advantage is that all the dishes are those that your family can enjoy with you.
75 mouthwatering delicacies have been specially created to make them more suitable for diabetic person. We have even planned sample diabetic menus and have included food exchange lists to add more diversity to regular meals. Also included is a comprehensive list of foods that one can and cannot eat, along with their recommended serving sizes.
I am sure that thee recipes will enable every diabetic to enjoy his meals and yet keep a check on calories, fat and carbohydrates. So, the next time someone says that a diabetic diet is boring and uninteresting, tell him or her to refer to this book. I am sure they will be just as surprised as I was when I first saw the inde4x of this delightful collection of Delicious Diabetic Recipes.
- - - DR R B Phatak, MD, Diabetologist
Contents
Recipe Index
INDIAN FLAVOURS
Starters
Salads
Rotis
Dals and Vegetables
Rice and Khichdi
Breakfast and Sancks
INTERNATIONAL FLAVOURS
Starters
Soups
Salads
Main Courses
DESSERTS
BASIC RECIPES
SAMPLE DIABETIC MENU PLANS