Cooking Dinner & Food Prep | Real Life in the Kitchen

[@eudorasalih4004]

Mr Wayna is looking much better today than last week keep up the good work from Philadelphia

[@lowespringacres7838]

Boy, do I ever love spaghetti squash with butter, garlic, black pepper!

[@ElaineWilkerson-o4k]

Love that you are not ashamed to pray before your meal!! ❤️

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

Always!

[@pg6348]

Renae just a thought...I have to say this . Please don't get tunnelvision w JUST the diabetic food prep that you forget about high blood pressure too- as shredded cheese and the added salt in recipes and salad dressings, mayonnaise, pasta sauces, pickles etcc... and the cream cheese etc..meatsticks are full of sodium. Geez-Only 1/2 cup of that Classico pasta sauce is about 1/3 of all the sodium a person w High BP should have in a day. Start tracking his ans your sodium intake too. Yes-Excessive thirst aling with unplanned weightloss has always been a redflag signal re diabetes.

[@lynnkitchen8252]

You are doing a great job with your husband's meals. I have been diabetic for years. Of course, follow your doctor's advice. Just a few suggestions: half plate of non starchy vegetables, any type of meat, healthy fats, nuts, avacodos, etc. You may want to make your own salad dressings the store bought ones have sugar. Has your doctor recommended a dietitian that specializes in diabetes. That is a great resource. Stay encouraged God has it. Love your videos. Have a great day!

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

😊 A nephrologist (he's a kidney Dr from India) told me last week a nearly full renal diet works better for getting his diabetic & dialysis patients on track). I am so discouraged to see my BF suffer from lack of food choices. I guess portion control is all I can help him with.

[@LazarickHomestead]

I found that if you cut it (the squash) in slices about an inch or so round and lay flat, it dries out better since they are smaller pieces and not so liquidy. It pulls apart much easier when its drier . I can eat it more without gagging lol.. I am not a squash person but I can do it that way. I am diabetic too. Been watching you for over a year and love your videos. I found I had same problem could not get my numbers down. Carrots, onions do have carbs so I limit those as well as tomatoes. I make thighs, steaks and all meats and have green beans and salads with meats and it started coming down good. No pasta, rice, taters, bread and I saw numbers coming down after a week or so. Onions do have carbs which I just found out. Smashburgers or burgers with no buns are awesome. shrimp and steak I love too. I make rotiserrie thighs and chicken every other day and just stock the fridge so I can grab and go as well as salads I premake in serving sizes I will just grab when I come in from garden working! It takes time. I love your videos so much. Its alot of work but I am seeing the difference. I went down from A1c of 13 to 6.3 so do not give up

[@Alma-qw8vn]

My sister is a diabetic and I know how hard it is for her. I love the way you take care of each other. God bless you both! Btw-Grapes are high in sugar, they are called Sugar bombs.

[@christinebrush4399]

Walking helps bring sugars down too. Greetings from North bay Ontario.

[@missavakittytv]

Other breads for diabetics is ones with sprouted grains like Ezekiel bread and sourdough breads.

[@elizabethrichards467]

Another thing to bear in mind is that zero sugar can sometimes mean higher fat content especially in sauces and condiments

[@cherylanderson910]

My Dr told me absolutely no potatoes not even sweet pot. My levels have dropped. When I do eat some pot. my levels double. So not often do I eat them

[@roszcutler9724]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video thank you for sharing, but I kept thinking it was my cat that was crying. Lots of laughs. God bless.

[@pennysue8926]

I love chicken salad... have you ever tried using the dried cranberries in it? It's also very good with some curry powder (a mild one), toasted pecans (chopped) along with the grapes. So good!! Sometimes ya need a little sweet in the spaghetti sauce to offset the acid of the tomatoes... we use unsweetened applesauce when we make our meat sauce to can. It's not cane sugar ... it's from fruit! My heart goes out to you as you embark on your new journey. My mother was a diabetic for almost 30 years before God called her home. Sometimes I think the "Diabetic Diet" is one of the healthiest meal plans out there. Other than straight sugar... I don't believe complete food groups are eliminated from the menu. It's just how much and when. You guys will figure it out together!

[@stoneshillhomestead2569]

Zero sugar often means higher carbs. Have you tried making chaffles yet? As a diabetic you can eat whatever doesn’t spike your sugars. I can’t eat white potatoes or corn. Grapes and bananas spike my sugar too. It takes time but you’ve got this.

[@emilymeadors1866]

So proud of you Renea for taking such great care of him. I have been praying for his health. You are doing a great job as always! Lots of love and prayers from Southern Illinois!

[@PeggyBalinger]

I love these good preps and chit chat like being with family i know this video is older but i love watchin them all😊😊 your doing awesome renee cookin no matter what you cook !

[@lolliet1075]

I think it’s healthy to eat a diabetic friendly meal. Sodium is also something I watch. It’s unreal how much sodium is in 1/4 teaspoon of store bought seasoning. I had no idea. I am enjoying the cooking for a healthier living. We all should really. ❤❤ you two are adorable

[@pg6348]

😊yes WATCH the SODIUM ...its loaded in everything.

[@RoannaNeuenschwander-kh2xg]

When cooking spaghetti squash, try using a fork when scraping it out. You are doing a great job of cooking for a diabetic! It is a healthy meal for all of us!

[@clutter0410]

My husband is pre diabetic and it would be great to see you cook a few more diabetic friendly meals and to give any suggestions you might have. I’m struggling a little bit about the best things to prepare that are still tasty! Really enjoyed this video and seeing you sit down at your dining room table! 😊 I sure enjoy your videos and I have both of your cookbooks! 🥰

[@joannsanchez8764]

My husband is diabetic he can have 65 carbs at each meal and snacks he has 15 carbs he’s doing great my prayers are with you🙏🏽

[@mariaguadagno9483]

Bless your hearts!!!!!!

[@deannawiederhold3326]

I love when Mr Wayne joins you in the Kitchen 😊❤

[@dianneeparish3989]

You’re rocking this. Both of you eating this diet, you’ll feel so much better. Making very wise choices.

[@dianneeparish3989]

I love spaghetti squash, it is so versatile. Take 2 forks it works better. I hope Mr likes it.

[@charmainescarborough5646]

I loved this video and all of the food you prepped looked so yummy and healthy:) Watching you two interact with one another is really a wonderful thing to see. I also believe in prayer at meals and me and my husband do the same thing. Have a lovely rest of your week!

[@BlueRose32100]

Watching your videos. I also have diabetes. You are doing great making foods for your guy. God bless you both.

[@breadcrumbcooking3205]

Protein with each meal and snack will more evenly metabolize your carbs. It has been suggested to aim for 200 grams of carbs evenly distributed thru the day. Consider your carbs as sugar, so sugar free does not mean that you are not consuming a food that metabolizing as a sugar

[@jeanninemcwhorter919]

Do you ever show your garden and how you store everything. I can’t imagine a freezer big enough or an area for all your storing bowls, spices ect?

[@tgsharp2838]

My little kitten is looking behind my phone and all around it every time he heats your cat meow 😂

[@vickiulrich6694]

Looks to me that you are figuring this out just fine Renea. Looks like Hunny has mastered the new and improved refrigerator stock as well😀. I love hearing your kitty begging for human food…I’d say John is kitty’s favorite house occupant!!! Pets are good for keeping stress down so the blood sugars will settle down too. I am curious as to how you buy black pepper. Small bulk or large bulk? I use ALOT of pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and paprika to help with the no salt, no potassium, no phosphorus diet Jack has to have. I’m learning that if I don’t think about the no salt I handle the blandness better☺️. I buy spices in medium to large bulk sizes but you might just have a heavier hand than I with pepper. Looking forward to seeing how your garden goes this growing season. Well, let’s just say that the garden tours give us a glimpse of the chickens which I just love seeing. Happy cooking, happy gardening!!!:):):)

[@marytillison8392]

You two just the cutest COUPLE! Down to earth and you keep it real!!

[@lindabernard1295]

Hi guys, I just found out a few weeks ago that I have type two diabetes also, it's quite an adjustment to start watching the sugar and salt, but I'm doing pretty good, good luck with yours john

[@annmarieharris4471]

I simply love that you used the shell of the squash to plate it. That was ingenious., so creative. One little tip about the spaghetti squash when I do it I use 2 forks like doing pulled pork. Makes the strings separate better. I don't know why but I was subscribed to your channel and when I went to make a comment today I was not subscribed and had to resubscribe. I'm not sure why KZbin does that periodically but it's quite annoying. In any case I will always look for your new videos. Love the 2 of you.

[@pinkponys9725]

Renee you are a wonderful cook. You really love to cook and it shows. You could open a restaurant. I can vision the long lines. Much love from North Carolina. God Bless

[@lindagraff4842]

I have chicken broth in the roaster, making potato salad, and egg salad for the rest of the week.

[@dianneeparish3989]

Cucumber salad in oil. Tons of chopped veggies, everything but kitchen sink and pour Italian dressing over it.the next day it’s really good. I’m trying to throw some of my ideas that will help, that’s a great summer sale w everything. Fresh fruits and veggies are your best friend. Small amounts of protein.

[@williesmom3863]

Good Morning Sunshine! I enjoy your videos and the variety of content. One of the best things Mr. Wayna can do to get his sugar down is exercise. I'm not diabetic but I have had family members that were. It's a much healthier way of eating. I'm not minimizing the difficulty, it's hard sometimes. I wish you all the best!!!

[@lindacox4914]

Grapes high in sugar and not recommended for diabetic diet.

[@CandaceThompson-y6i]

A little info. Carrots and grapes are very high in natural sugars. I removed them from my late husband's meals.

[@yvonnechristmas2616]

❤ I love my salad spinner, I use it for berries, I love the tune that u play. It was playing when you were making your salad, I wish I knew what it was called.

[@CarrieM129]

I love your kitchen. Your pantry is amazing. ❤️

[@dianneeparish3989]

Amazon has a heavy duty black hamburger chopper, I think it has over 5 blades, the are the bomb. I’m moving back to Michigan from Maine I’m on a waiting list for a plain Dr. I’m 83, type 2i need a Dr. This is crazy so we’re. Owing back. Hope to be up that way before fall.

[@fonkapollo]

Salad spinners work better if you chop your lettuce first, then rinse it, and then spin it.👍🏻 Have you ever used a fork to run thru the squash instead of using a spoon? It makes the best long “noodles”.

[@unclecharlie1204]

Hi Renea- so glad you and Mr. Wayna are doing good- we love your channel and I have both of your cookbooks (your recipes are the best!) I am a diabetic and have some recipes to share with you, but was wondering if you ever use Pamona's Pectin for your jams and jellies? They have lots of low sugar recipes, check them out! Thanks for sharing! Good luck with the different way of life!

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

I love recipes and I have never used Pamona's pectin. I will look for it.

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

Nice looking meal. The salad looks awesome!

[@karenrogers6730]

My husband is diabetic. Wholemeal bread, whole wheat pasta brown rice etc. The body takes longer to break down so no rush of sugar. Certain cheeses are better than others such as mozzarella parmasan and feta cheese. Tinned fruit is okay as long that it is in fruit juice., but you must be careful about how much as of sugar content, We found as a treat he can even eat chocolate especially strawberries dipped in plai chocolate. Everything in moderation. The doctor has been really pleased with his progress and his sugar levels are under control. It's made us both eat healthier.

[@acoastalrv4582]

I'm out of sauce also...I added carrots to the sauce for sweetness and hubby didn't realize I never added sugar! I'm learning right along with you as hubby was just diagnosed in march.

[@luannemccallister9642]

Mr. Wayna's hungry, feed that boy! hahaha My doctor has me eating low carb, so I can relate. It takes some getting used to. Your food is always so beautiful.

[@traceywilliams9659]

Check at Meijer, they have sauce without sugar and ketchup. Maybe keep on shelf in a pinch.

[@maryrinks8383]

Didn't like the catsup with out sugar or salt. I stopped using it all together.. ❤

[@jenniferwooley673]

Going for a walk can help with blood sugar. Any exercise helps.

[@cherylanderson910]

Sugar free life savers and sugar free Reese's pieces are great

[@melindawargowsky8176]

Yes! Grapes and walnut or pecan pieces in chicken salad. Yum.

[@gloriachambers3272]

If you cut up the lettuce first then rinse in basket the spinner will spin easier and get rid of all the water.

[@DianeC.]

Hi Renea!!! I liked your video today. I put Salad and Chicken Salad on my list to make. I am type 2 diabetic. I have to admit I don't eat as I should. I am 70 years old. I never had Spaghetti squash. I will have to give that a try for sure!!!... Hello Mr. Wayna...Nice you said grace... Great Video!!!...🦋

[@margiearaujo6680]

I love your show you and your husband make a great team love all your recipes you remind me of my sister she loved to cook and make new recipes, she passed away and miss her so much.😂❤🎉

[@Doglovergirl99]

Amen I love the lord too and animals lol god bless everyone who’s doing there best lol

[@AnitaEtheridge]

You can take strawberry tops and put them in a pan with water boil for a few min then drain off the liquid add some sweetner i use truvia and cook to half and you have strawberry syrup for whatever you want it for. Good on waffles or pancakes or desserts.

[@brendaredd]

If y'all like fruit in your chicken salad, add strawberries and some blueberries. Oh my goodness! Also, look up sub in a bowl recipe. So so good.

[@TheLittleRedKitchen-2024]

Hello John and Renee! So happy I found you-- I've been a diabetic for going on almost 40 years. I was diagnosed with Type II at 30 years old, but doctor said I'd probably had it for 4-5 years before. With both my sons, I had gestational diabetes. Try using Coconut Palm sugar in your recipes, because it has a lower glycemic index than white sugar. I have always been able to eat cheese without a blood sugar spike, but I'm 65 and forgot I can't eat too much dairy and got really sick! LOL My KZbin channel is just starting, and I hope to do as well as you do!! Take care and Be Well folks! 🙂

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

Welcome, We could get a plethora of information from you. I am going to visit your channel. Thank you so much.

[@jeannedion8960]

Boy, you weren't kidding about Mr. Wayna being ravenous!! 😅

[@WillowsGarden]

Hi Renea and John! It’s so hard learning a new way of cooking after you’ve been used to a certain way. I had to learn for my father and at first it was difficult. But today there is so many different things for diabetes that wasn’t there years ago. You’re doing great Renea taking good care of John. I hope you both have a blessed day!

[@Carri-zl9nd]

Nice touch seeing you both at the table. What a cute couple.

[@wendymdupre]

Try to keep a food journal along with blood sugar levels. You can figure out which foods spike his blood sugar. For example, i can't use anything with splenda in it or eat carrots or sweet potatoes they send my blood sugar through the roof. It takes time to figure it out.

[@stoneshillhomestead2569]

Also, if you can grow or purchase Delicata squash. Similar texture to potato’s but low glycemic index. It is delicious roasted.

[@lowespringacres7838]

Grapes are just like sugar!

[@AnitaEtheridge]

I can low sugar ketchup, bbq sauce ,relish ,and those save you quite a bit and its handy to have those. I roast romas in the oven with garlic and onions for marinara sauce

[@yvonnechristmas2616]

❤ In my chicken salad I also add red grapes n dill weed.

[@sandramurphy6951]

I have been a type 1 diabetic for 40 years and I eat everything. My rule is all good things in moderation. I eat carbs but in moderation. There is a learning curve but your doing well and it will get better. Love all your videos.

[@joannsanchez8764]

Renae you’re doing a great job cooking diabetic meals for your hubby❤️I do the same for my husband his numbers are running pretty good❤️Thank you for sharing your recipes 🙏🏽🙏🏽Love your videos ❤️🌹

[@janetdwyer1867]

Good morning love watching you cook.i am a diabetic you are giving me some good food ideas ❤

[@dianneeparish3989]

Sugar and salt are in everything, loved the old natural products.

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

When you look at the ingredients of a lot of foods you begin to think that your meals might just consist of a piece of cardboard. Lol

[@dianneeparish3989]

@@LittleVillageHomestead It’s so very sad how things have changed. Your both on the right track w your garden and fresh everything. I used to garden a 1/3 acre and can for my family, I loved every minute of it. My sugar needs to come down it was 3 was ago. I kept falling, the last the Ambulance took me to ER and I found out I had broken ribs and high A1C. At 83 it’s tough and hard to be good. We can do this Mr Wayna. You got a better chance w a great wife beside you.❣️😊

[@kelliealley7418]

That salad looks devine!!!

[@kimberlylholt]

My youngest leaves for Army basis training at the end of July. My oldest son has been in for several years now.

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

Fantastic. You are going to miss them. Proud mama you are!

[@lucindasutt7365]

That would be interesting to hear your inventory changes to more of less of each item, to get you thru till August or September. I love the Spaghetti Sauce I place of pasta. They have been really expensive in my area.

[@scottydog6539]

Diabetic cookies are sold in supermarkets. My aunt you can find diabetic recipes for Mr Weiner.

[@citygirlhomestead]

nice to see the 2 of you working together it's great

[@jenniferwooley673]

It’s easier to cut your lettuce first then wash and spin.

[@ClickinChicken]

Asparagus' fronds, oohe lah lah, so fancy, high end! Go Army! That's like our Chicken cashew, wild rice salad with the grapes, Mayo. Costs a fortune!

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

I bet that salad is delightful. It would cost me a weeks wage. HA!

[@burkeringquist]

I got my A1C down from 13 to 8 in 3 months. Got my blood sugar down by working out with weights

[@debbygibson3797]

Love your channel, was wondering could you give me the bulk size of home made ranch powder. I was born in the USA but came to Australia when I was 11yrs old and still love the foods from there we are able to buy some items but pay a huge price. Hope you can help. Thanks

[@lovelife0413]

Wow. Renee. You never cease to amaze me !!!!!! Love ya. God Bless.

[@Mary-fe2fz]

Renee, I've been a diabetic for over thirty years. Keep him away from breads, pasta, rice. Anything that's high in carbohydrates. Milk also has lots of sugar in it. If you want to make sweet treats for him, my suggestion would be use monk fruit. It doesn't have that after taste. His PCP should have him on some kind of insulin if you can't get his sugar regulated.

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

He is on Insulin 2 x daily and a different one at night as well as 2 pills daily. They are transitioning him to just 1 pill a day because test have showed he still produces insulin.

[@WolfWaker]

I am a coffee drinker. NO Decaf for me. I got my sugar down by eating healthy and walking. I have lost 20 pounds so far and still going! I eat baked potatoes. Not everyday. My sugar was over 500. Now it's between 104 and 115. NO bread.

[@lindagraff4842]

Nice salad, I also peel the broccoli stems, it's very good and tender. I have to get a bunch of stuff for salad too.

[@margaretcameron1275]

@lindagraff4842 I also peel the broccoli stems and eat them raw or steam them along with the broccoli 😊

[@debbiealtman5373]

Great video ❤

[@soulmates5346]

Oh I’m so excited to try this recipe!!! ❤

[@Kathryn-o5f]

Thank you for your calming videos ❤

[@dolorescraig8322]

Love the squash. Never cooked it before but going to try it.

[@mariafentis]

Separate the strands of the squash with 2 forks, makes much easier. My mom used to serve it with a veggie marinara sauce ( squash, mushrooms, carrots, celery , spiced way you like it !!

[@dolorescraig8322]

Thanks for that.

[@littlemscrafty]

What a great meal Renea. Do you have a link for your veg peeler?

[@laurareese3389]

RAOs is a good spaghetti sauce. It is Keto friendly so that means it is lower in carbs and sugar

[@ruthrogers8011]

I really enjoy watching the two of you together and figuring it out. You don't have to worry about one number that is out of range. The doctors don't, either. They are looking for trends, or patterns, in the numbers. Once you identify some of those, you can tweak what you're doing to get the best result. Diabetics can eat whatever they want to, it's about portion control. More fruits and vegetables, less protein - but don't cut it out altogether. You'll see a big difference when you learn more about how to use the information on food labels. I was amazed at how much I could eat of the right things. Exercise is a great way to help control blood sugar. Perhaps you would enjoy walking together? People here often walk at the mall, especially if it's too hot/cold. It doesn't have to be a lot. Anything will help. Just do what is comfortable for you. Short walks a couple of times a day WILL help. Also, snacks are important. I eat three meals and three snacks daily - no skipping either one. This helps to avoid blood sugar spiking or bottoming out. I use the Shipt service at Meijer. Type "diabetic friendly snacks" in the search bar, and just look for what sounds good. Many of the results are individually packaged snacks that are already the appropriate serving size, which is 100-150 calories for a snack, and 3-4 carbs. Amazon is great for this as well. One thing my doctor told me is that it's better to stay away from sweeteners like Stevia, because those will spike blood sugar just like regular sugar, so it's best to have what you want, and just be mindful of how much you're consuming. One thing that surprises a lot of people is that stress and illness will affect your blood sugar. Wishing you both the best on this new journey you're taking!

[@bokkiebuys]

You are doing great with Mr Wayna. I have been a diabetic for 23 years. Just a suggestionn. I foud that grapes spikes sugar levels. Best not to eat them..

[@TheLittleRedKitchen-2024]

Oh oh oh-- good for diabetic are the purple and Yukon gold potatoes! The russets contain too much starch!

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

I was going to look up the purple potatoes too. Thank you

[@ionakahler3004]

That’s how I feel about strawberries too.

[@sheliajones8238]

Renee I have never tried that I've always wanted to it seems like you and hubby really like that I have got to get me one of those and try it with me and Bill to see if he would like it now bill is a diabetic also sometimes it's a struggle but he I just got to tell him you better watch your sugar but the bad part is about the salads I can eat them but he can't where he's on coumadin a blood thinner so that pretty well has to watch what he eats with the diabetic and his blood sugar but anyway sweetie love y'all's video see you in your next one give me a call sometimes when you can love you God bless you both hope to see you in your next video

[@yvonnechristmas2616]

❤🙀 I love a verbal kitty. Mine talks back to me , we have a full blown conversation. 😺

[@teritempel4774]

Walnuts would be good in the chicken salad

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

Yes, they would.

[@denisepruitt7796]

grapes have natural sugars

[@ClickinChicken]

I thought John was slapping at mosquitoes, we're filthy with them... Minnesota's State Bird!

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

Should be our state bird too. They could carry a turkey away I swear.

[@bonniemacdougall4589]

Make sure Mr. Wayna drinks lots of water. And watch portion sizes like that huge strawberry the other day. Look at liquids he drinks...soda, coffee with sugar, things like that that might raise his blood sugar. Research lower carb breads maybe. Less pasta and potatoes and more meat (or any protein). Take a walk every day (or on a nice spring evening). Sugar free jams and jellies. Just look at what you normally eat and see what you can tweak. I'm sure all your friends here can give you some recipes that have worked well for them. And maybe your local medical facility (ask your doctor) may have diabetic classes that your insurance will pay for. It's a complicated disease so don't get frustrated. It'll take awhile to get this in order. In the meantime, Mr. Wayna, behave yourself. All the best. And that salad looks wonderful. Remember while you're taking care of John, take care of yourself too. What would he ever do without you? And spaghetti squash is a great choice. I also make a zucchini lasagna using cottage cheese. I'm absolutely positive, however you have to adjust your menus, they will be delicious!

[@marywalker1394]

Absolutely 💯❤️

[@carollorenzano5411]

He not only has to watch his sugars , he also has to watch his salt , it's just as bad as sugars. Also he can't eat as much as he wants all day just because it's foods that he's allowed to have .Certain foods in moderation are allowed .Chesses are very salty too.

[@karenwalker4764]

Redmonds real salt is better for everyone .

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

We tried that and it absolutely ruined the meal.

[@TrashorTreasure-ie3sz]

Good Morning ☀️ ❤

[@LittleVillageHomestead]

Good morning!

[@TillmanHouse62]

Glipizide and a strict keto diet should get his blood sugar down. I got my a1c down from 9.9 to 5.9 in just 3 months.