In article >,
Christine Dabney > wrote:

> On Sun, 10 May 2009 10:13:42 -0400, "jmcquown" >
> wrote:
>
> >"Omelet" > wrote in message
> >
> >> I routinely prepare separate meals for dad and I, but over this weekend,
> >> both of us enjoyed those lettuce wraps! I'll gradually wean him over to
> >> my way of eating. <g>
> >>
> >But should your dad be eating low carb? What does his doctor recommend?
> >Let him eat lettuce wraps if he loved them, but by all means consult his
> >doctor before "converting" him.
>
> I agree with Jill. Your dad may have very different nutritional needs
> than you do. Before, it sounded like he needed to gain weight..to
> eat....
>
> So, low carb won't be that good for him. And the nutritional needs of
> the elderly can be very different in other ways too. I would consult
> a nutritionist/dietician before trying to convert him. He is not you,
> after all....and doesn't have your needs. No matter what you want to
> think.
>
> Christine

Please read my post to Jill. It's been a balancing act for him. :-)

But thanks for caring!
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