Nutritional Manual & Cookbook

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Anyone whose life is affected by food,

We were talking about a cookbook a few weeks ago. I received a couple of

recipes from some members. I have put together a Nutritional Manual and Cookbook

for Pancreatitis for a preliminary printing, too. There is still time to submit

your favorite recipes. There is also a need for people to submit material

talking about general nutritional considerations, and not just recipes. For

example, if anyone wants to share your thoughts or feelings about handling

nausea,

tips on grocery shopping or cooking. Someone might share about the importance

of avoiding alcohol and how to make sure it isn't in the foods you eat. You

might want to explain to the reader that no matter what they are told or feel

one day, the next day will be different, so they shouldn't feel alone. Here is

another one...how do resume life when the world seems to revolve around food

and alcohol. I say alcohol, because, a lot of people share how hard that is.

Poncho might want to submit his personal philosophy on consuming adequate water.

Heidi's could share her helpful hints. Don't forget the important things

caregivers have to share, (God love 'em) . They can share how to survive living

with us. They can share how they go on living, even though we can't do those

things, like, going to dinner, having dinner parties, etc. And, more. Basically,

it has turned out to be a manual I hope dietitians will give their patients in

the hospital when they are diagnosed. It can be something they can read while

they are still on hyperal, TPN, or tube feedings. You could share what it is

like to be NPO. Then they can use it as they begin to acclimate their diet to

the disease. Do you remember what it was like the first time you ate after

being NPO? You can send your writings directly to me, but I suggest you submit

the things you write to the board, it may give others ideas to write about.

Don't forget to get the kids involved. How do they deal with the school lunches,

birthday parties, etc.?

Besides being a great resource to anyone whose lives have been affected by

Pancreatitis, it will be a fun experience to be part of, and will make you feel

special and that you found purpose in your pain when you hold the book and see

your name in print. Don't forget that we can have colored photos. There is

still time. Don't worry about grammar, spelling, etc., we'll send it through

spell checker. It doesn't need to be fancy, it needs to be practical. Earlier, I

mentioned including a photo of your cooked recipe, but if you don't have that,

include it in the second edition. I also said to include the nutritional

composition, i.e., carbs/fats/proteins /calories, but if you don't have that,

send

it anyway. Don't forget to include special remedies that you use to get rid

of mild ailments, herbs, vitamins, organic vs inorganic, proper pH of food vs

don't worry about the pH. Things your Grandma told you. Things your baby taught

you.

With Joy and Light,

Karyn E. , RN

Exec. Director, PAI

Indianapolis, IN

The PAI serves as a means of support, information, and advocacy. The PAI

cannot offer medical advice or direction nor substitute for your health care

provider.