family nutrition plan implementation

36charlotte
36charlotte Posts: 17
edited October 1 in Health and Weight Loss
I've got to get the high sugar, high carb content out of our family's diet. I love raw veggies and fruits, but my husband and son are allergic to raw foods. I feed a family of five with the children aging from 3 to 10. I am horrible in the kitchen. I ate great in college when it was just me and kept my weight very low. But it seems like I've forgotten how, it just didn't take much variety for me. The variables are overwhelming with allergies, picky eaters, TIGHT budget, and NOT a good cook....Does anyone have advice or resources that can simplify the process of healthy meals in a family... I want to be in and out of the kitchen... I've put this off and it has to change NOW!!!

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  • beatlemom
    beatlemom Posts: 250 Member
    I switched my family to healthier options, i.e Sara Lee 45 calorie delightful bread, turkey breast and ham. Sugar free jello and popsicles, cheese sticks, etc. I work 50 hours a week and dont always have time to cook. We eat alot of sandwiches and salad or soup. When I do cook, I use turkey instead of beef or pork. I don't buy big bags of chips and cookies never make their way into the house. My son is extremely picky. You gotta read labels and buy whats best for them that they will eat. At least that is what worked for me...
    Good Luck!
  • robertf57
    robertf57 Posts: 560 Member
    Allergic to raw foods doesn't make sense to me. What do you mean allergic?
  • lmarshel
    lmarshel Posts: 674 Member
    Do they have an allergic reaction to some raw fruits and vegetables but are able to eat them cooked? I have that problem with onions, and it's related to a type of hay fever...very strange. Anyway, if that's the case can you just cook the veggies up for them? I eat a lot of steamed fresh veggies, just pop them in a bowl with seasonings, add about a half cup of water, cover with plastic wrap and nuke for about 4-5 minutes. They come out just about perfect every time! :)
  • Car0lina82
    Car0lina82 Posts: 22
    Allergic to raw foods doesn't make sense to me. What do you mean allergic?

    This! I don't get it either.
  • Rae6503
    Rae6503 Posts: 6,294 Member
    I hate cooking, and yeah, try to cook healthy and things small children like. We have a lot of tacos, meatloaf, simple things like chicken breast with barbeque, rice and veggies from a can.
  • 36charlotte
    36charlotte Posts: 17
    Allergic: It makes the inside and outside of their mouths itch and tingle... mainly just uncomfortable.
  • 36charlotte
    36charlotte Posts: 17
    yes, they can eat cooked veggies and some raw fruits.
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