"U.S. Janet B." > wrote in message
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> In a month, a sister-in-law is coming to visit for a week with her
> husband. I don't really know either of them.
> She is a serious diabetic since her teen years. I know nothing about
> feeding a diabetic. I will call her and talk to her, but I need some
> practical outlook.
> I can easily do the plain fruits, vegetables and proteins. But, are
> any sauces allowed, seasonings, combinations of foods.
> I should mention that they are from the real mid-west, cow and corn
> country,, therefore most probably very plain food and nothing spicy.
> They will be staying at a motel so I am assuming they will probably
> provide their own breakfast (???) don't know.
> Any insight appreciated.
> Thanks
> Janet US


Any meat and veggies are fine, best to avoid a whole bunch of starches, but
anything in moderation should be fine too and I'm pretty sure that she knows
portion control since she's been diabetic for a long time. Is she a type 1
or 2. Is she using insulin?

Cheri