Cooking with MG
Like so many others, I have had difficulty eating and even more difficulty in cooking my own meals. As such, I have become dependent on family members for food and support while usually lying in bed, not participating.
That is until a few weeks ago. I began one of the subscription food delivery plans. One where I can pick the easier to prepare meals, all ingredients arrive at my front door weekly (another brings it into the house). The reality is, I likely can not do a whole meal on my own, but with the assistance of my kiddos or husband, we can have nice, fresh meals - and more plant based foods.
Also, I have found my airfryer to be of great assistance for meals and snacks.
As I have been combatting an MG Crisis, being able to do any of these things on my own is near impossible, however, these particular programs have assisted my family and self.
My wife went through a rough stretch with lupus where standing at the stove wiped her out for the rest of the day, and the delivery boxes saved us from takeout every night, so I get exactly what you mean about small wins counting. The airfryer tip is a good one because it cuts the standing and watching part way down, and you can load it and sit. If chopping is the hard bit, i'd suggest this https://interfoodtechnology.com/processes/preparation/ , a simple food processor or even a manual pull chopper, since it turns ten minutes of prep into one and your family can help without hovering over you. One practical fact is that pre cut vegetables lose some vitamin C over time but retain fiber and minerals, so they are still a solid shortcut when energy is scarce. Do not feel guilty about leaning on help, and keep the meals simple.
I’m not sure quite about pressure cooking, but I have found that it does almost everything that you can do baking. I also found us a great way to heat up simple foods like sweet potato fries, and nuggets as well simple things as well as more complex things. I’ve been using it for an array of meals as have my kiddos. It’s also great for chicken and veggies!
That’s a great idea! I do use an air fryer to make a lot of things. Especially if I’m cooking for myself by myself. It’s easy cleanup and another way you are you don’t have to stand. Ultimately it’s about finding the best balance of creating the food in the least stressful way possible our bodies.! (Team member Deborah)
