Hello, I'm Morna. Welcome to my blog.

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My flatmates used to call me the Harvest Festival Queen. I ate loads of fruit and vegetables and a good mix of grains as well as fresh meats and fish. I never really ate sweets, except for dried fruits or fruit salads. I started the day with a high fibre breakfast and some fruit juice. I thought I had a healthy diet.

So, it was really confusing it was when I started to develop symptoms associated with a poor diet. I gained weight, my cholesterol rocketed to 9, my joints ached, and I felt tired all the time.

I knew something was seriously wrong, but after several years of going to my GP I still didn't have answers.

My GP did tell me to have porridge for breakfast, eat more fruit and vegetables, and to cut out salt and fatty foods.

You can imagine how infuriating that was!

Things felt out of control!

When a pain developed in my right hand side I was sent for scans revealing that I had a genetic disease, polycystic liver disease.

I decided I had to take things into my own hands...

Diagnosis and The Impact of a Low Sugar Diet

Private tests revealed more problems—extremely poor blood sugar control, poor blood fat control.

The one piece of good news was that my gut microbiome was really healthy!

It turned out I was hypoglycemic, which means my blood sugar level was chronically low. A 24-hour blood sugar monitor even set of an emergency alarm that woke me up three times a night in a 2 week test. This is a sign you may be heading for heart failure... and you should head to hospital.

My GP followed up with liver function tests that showed that I was producing liver hormones that were 400% what they should be. Not good!

At first, he wanted to send me to a specialist, but I persuaded him to leave it a month and let me make changes to my diet to see if that would help.

I took a new look at my diet, focused on balancing my blood sugar, and made targeted changes. The results were astonishing:

Within two weeks, my symptoms improved. I reduced joint pain and was no longer exhausted.
After one month, my liver hormones normalized showing that my liver disease was in remission. I didn't have to go to hospital.
In three months, my cholesterol dropped from 9 to 3.5, and scans showed dramatically reduced cysts on my liver.

How I Eat Now

Many fruits and vegetables are high in sugars. Baked goods, grains and carbs, like rice and potatoes, will just turn to sugar in my blood. I have reduced some items from my diet, and eliminated others entirely. So I had to find another way.

I focus on balancing my blood sugar with good fats (HDLs). Olive oil is like a super-food for this. Nuts and seeds help me with the rest.

I probably eat more fats than I used to... but I do watch my how much fat I eat in a day, and try not to go over the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA). I have cut back on animal meat - but not entirely. The key to this is small portions.

I eat oily fish in abundance and eggs to make sure I have enough iron. I eat cheese and plenty of fermented dairy because it is high in protein and good for my microbiome.

I max up the fiber... as much as I can. Although, hitting the RDA of 30 grams a day can be a challenge.

The diet I eat now balances my blood sugar and keeps it stable.

It is not just about what I eat -- but how I eat. For instance starting the day with fat and protein keeps my blood sugar stable throughout the day. I do all of this while cutting down on processed foods, and making sure I have as varied and nutrient dense a diet as possible.

Luckily, I enjoy the challenge of cooking and finding delicious ways to make my diet work.

Typical meal of oily fish, spices and green vegetables.

Why I Created This Blog

I know the challenge of finding satisfying recipes that balance blood sugar while still being delicious. I’ve learned to cook good, healthy food that won't throw my sugars out balance, and found ways to satisfy sweet cravings without the sugar crash.

Don't get me wrong... 75% of the time my dinner plate looks like this: some fish, some spice and something green. I'm a busy working girl who spins plates for a living!

This is a healthy meal that balances my blood sugar very well. But... Just because I have health problems it doesn't mean I have to eat like this all the time.

Plus... when you have time, it's fun to cook!

I find myself daydreaming about what would make the perfect next recipe... and seeking out some harder to get ingredients at the weekend.

Creating recipes is a little like chemistry experiments. Sometimes you fail, but you are always learning. When I get them right, I want to write them down and share them with others!

Let’s Cook Together

This blog is where I share the recipes and discoveries that transformed my health. Whether you’re here for blood sugar-friendly meals, low-sugar treats, or just inspiration for a healthier lifestyle, you’re in the right place.

And if you love what you find here, please consider supporting the blog by clicking on the affiliate links. They help keep the site running and cover the cost of ingredients for new recipes.

So, let’s get cooking—your journey to balanced blood sugar and better health starts here!

Please credit me if you use any of my recipes for educational or commercial purposes. Traffic to this site helps me immensely!

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