Regarding Louise - Need Breakfast help

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Hi Louise

 

So sorry that I have missed this correspondence as I have been in

France.

 

Diet, especially from dieticians can be so restricting and sometimes

I note that people only hear part of the recommendation or at least

not place it in full context.

 

Firstly, I recommend having a long slow look at this site...designed

just for you...by colleagues in Edinburgh.

 

http://renux.dmed.ed.ac.uk/EdREN/EdRenINFObits/Diet_CRF.html

 

As far as specifics go...white bread is not unhealthy...it is a

staple and should be fine for almost all of the population. I do

understand that other breads such as wholemeal and wholegrain are a

better option...but white bread is not unhealthy. Indeed, you might

find some yummy newer white breads with added vitamins.

 

Excess phosphate is a real trouble because so many manufacturuers

include additives and of course it is mainly associated with proteins

and wholegrain foods and heavy dairy such as cheese as an example.

 

In this respect you sjhould not restrict protein but balance the diet

by additional levels of a range of new foods. Legumes and pulses and

eggs however you call them are jam packed with protein on a weight by

weight basis. You can still have them but balance half with

something else.

 

You have queried breakfast and I guess some changes to the norm are

required. It is never easy to change involuntarily but it sounds

like a strict vegetarian diet is emphasising the wrong foods.

 

I would like to suggest that you try a continental breakfast. A

little croissant with jams and spreads will provide much needed

energy, a sweet refresher for dull tastebuds and a boost for the

start of the day. Follow with a refreshing zing of a tangerine or a

little yoghurt and you will be most of the way there. I think later

(for lunch) that light white breads can be more rewarding than cheap

stodgy ones and a regular (if increased) intake of liquids will

balance fluid flow with cell balance and aid digestion.

 

A forced change to a continental breakfast is likely to raise an

eyebrow but do try...it may not be that bad after a couple of

weeks...after all lots of people enjoy it.

 

Finally, injecting supplements can be a problem with other habits and

so do call back to your doctor if you need to change the amount or

have a break to get your system back to normal. I am sure there is

no need to express further in an open forum.

 

In all circumstances of course you should continue to consult your

family doctor for major diet changes.

 

I do think the web site and links will help you but of course if I

can do anything further please do not hesitate to write again.

 

Again, I am sorry for the delay in seeing your request.

 

Hey! Have fun!

 

Best regards

 

Chris