Diabetes at WDW

[Needsanap]

Is there any good lists or reviews for what is available to eat at wdw? Quick service, table service or snacks would be greatly appreciated. Brand new to this path in life.

 

[Jess_VacayMode]

I am sure someone will come along and provide more information then I can but read your post and thought of this recent thread.

https://www.disboards.com/threads/best-low-carb-meals-and-snacks-at-mk-dhs-epcot.3874953/

 

[TigerlilyAJ]

I am sure someone will come along and provide more information then I can but read your post and thought of this recent thread.

https://www.disboards.com/threads/best-low-carb-meals-and-snacks-at-mk-dhs-epcot.3874953/

Thanks, Jess. I came here to suggest the same thing.
OP, ask for what you need. Chicken "sandwich" without the bun, and just a la carte instead of with fries, for example. Many places have a sugar-free dessert offering, too. Say no to all cocktails as they are all super sweet, but there are many craft beers at WDW that are quite good, including at Galaxy's Edge.
You're also walking all day, so that helps keep BG low--maybe even too low. Prepare to be a little different than at home in terms of meds and carbs and where your usual highs and lows are.
My DH is diabetic, and says check BG more and stay hydrated!

 

[HashberryOTG]

For my level of blood sugar issues, all the walking makes the difference. I don't have to limit my eating much at all. I SHOULD, I know. I do have to be careful if my stomach is very empty (pancakes and syrup for breakfast doesn't make me feel my best). The hydration advice above is the most important! Just try to be aware of how you feel and adjust accordingly.

 

[Her Dotness]

Much of what you'll eat at WDW will depend upon how you eat at home once you know what foods spike your blood sugar.

For instance, some people find they can eat white rice but potatoes are a problem. Others are the opposite.

DH couldn't eat rice at all for a time until we got his diet and meds coordinated. Now, he can have small amounts if balanced by meat and veggies.

Did your doctor recommend seeing a registered dietitian? That was a huge help for us as they can tell you based on various life factors (weight, height, activity level) how many carbs per meal or snack will likely work for you. They'll also give you detailed info on portion sizes and what foods to eat freely, which sparingly.

It does take time and patience to determine what you can eat safely. Hang in there.

 

[Disturbia]

Take liquid IV or pedialite packets. Also, pack some keto protien bars, almond butter packets, amazing grass protein smoothie packets or KOS (Shakes). Garden grocers carries ripple unsweetened milk and triple zero yogurt, among others. With Dr.’s approval see if inositol and B1 helps (Metformin depletes B12). Apple cider vinegar helps lower A1C so you can ask for salad dressings with vinegar. Choline helps push fat out of the liver so it can work better in releasing glucose (and thyroid hormone conversion.)

Some menus offer no sugar added desserts. Boma is a favorite with diabetics in our family so you can load up on meats and still taste some sweets.

https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/dining-with-diabetes-in-disney-world/

 

[rwdavis2]

As someone who has type 2 diabetes, you are going to have to learn what foods you can eat and others to limit or eliminate. I am sure there are foods at all restaurants you can eat. Mainly you are shooting for low carbohydrates.

 

[Needsanap]

Thank you everyone. All your suggestions have been helpful.

 

[Disturbia]

Here is the list from the dfbblog

 

[Disturbia]

Submit this form as well.

Space220 was not great; they didn’t have our sugar free dessert despite someone emailing and communicating with us. They also didn’t have much for our DS who is allergic to milk/eggs (Gave double the fries (no grilled veggies) with dried piece of beef? and sorbet - he ate a few fries.)

The enchantment dessert party had an allergy plate ready for him, but was super sweet (gummies, bread, fruit.), no milk only apple juice. Fortunately we packed the BOG vegan dessert to go (our son finished that; he’s not diabetic but our kids are not used to eating super sweet things) which is less sweet vs their standard dessert.

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/special-dietary-requests/

 

[Needsanap]

Disturbia thank you! I’ve done dessert parties before, but not sure if I will now. We’ll see.

 

[rwdavis2]

One more thing. If you haven't already, you'll find out that if something is sugar free it may or may not be good for you to eat. Low/no sugar can also be high carbohydrate.

 

[Disturbia]

just found this (type1 tips):

https://allears.net/walt-disney-world/wdw-planning/disney-with-type-1-diabetes/

 

[HerRoyalHighness]

One more thing. If you haven't already, you'll find out that if something is sugar free it may or may not be good for you to eat. Low/no sugar can also be high carbohydrate.

This. The no sugar added can have a ton.

 

[Disturbia]

1. Lakanto monk fruit sweetener/syrups/chocolate truffles

2. Enlightened ice cream products (jewel osco /Whole Foods) taste great for keto (kids eat them as well.)

3. No sugar added keto cups taste great for an occasional treat (avail at Costco-only buy 2023+).

https://thenosugarcompany.com/
4. Atkins peanut candy (M&Ms) don’t even try these, they’re so good.

5.Bake city cookie+ keto (Hawaiian flavor avail at Costco)

I’ve read that even Agave raises sugar (personally tastes too sweet), you can get treats at Erin McKenna’s (Disney Springs) that are sweetened with that.

Maltodextrin is also in a lot of reduced carb shakes and spikes sugar higher than table sugar

https://www.webmd.com/diet/what-is-maltodextrin

 

[teachmedis]

My husband was recently diagnosed in December, I was very stressed about our June trip. I did a post here on the disAbility board and found it to be very helpful. We've learned quickly what he has to say no to, and what will work as a splurge here or there (Quest brand treats have been great for an occasional dessert). Thankfully, he really isn't a huge sweets eater, but he's got to be careful around bread and even that he can do in small amounts if he pairs it with a protein. Physical activity helps. He exercises every day, you can easily see the affect on his numbers, so for him the same should be true in the parks. It's scary now, but I promise it will become second nature very quickly.

 

[Needsanap]

My husband was recently diagnosed in December, I was very stressed about our June trip. I did a post here on the disAbility board and found it to be very helpful. We've learned quickly what he has to say no to, and what will work as a splurge here or there (Quest brand treats have been great for an occasional dessert). Thankfully, he really isn't a huge sweets eater, but he's got to be careful around bread and even that he can do in small amounts if he pairs it with a protein. Physical activity helps. He exercises every day, you can easily see the affect on his numbers, so for him the same should be true in the parks. It's scary now, but I promise it will become second nature very quickly.

Thank you

 

[Needsanap]

1. Lakanto monk fruit sweetener/syrups/chocolate truffles

2. Enlightened ice cream products (jewel osco /Whole Foods) taste great for keto (kids eat them as well.)

3. No sugar added keto cups taste great for an occasional treat (avail at Costco-only buy 2023+).

https://thenosugarcompany.com/
4. Atkins peanut candy (M&Ms) don’t even try these, they’re so good.

I’ve read that even Agave raises sugar (personally tastes too sweet), you can get treats at Erin McKenna’s (Disney Springs) that are sweetened with that.

Maltodextrin is also in a lot of reduced carb shakes and spikes sugar higher than table sugar

https://www.webmd.com/diet/what-is-maltodextrin

Thank you.

I’ve already learned no sugar doesn’t mean it’s ok. And gluten free is full of carbs.

 

[Disturbia]

You can also look at the insulin index of foods (there is a video by Chiropractor Berg which I found helpful, but I always take everything with a grain of salt). It puts things into perspective why certain high protein foods are not as helpful in reducing insulin spikes. Everything in moderation, including meats (search paleo for liver health).

Always ask for a fasting insulin test (in addition to glucose). If it’s elevated (above 5) you can’t loose weight and the body will stay in fat storage mode.

Also, you wouldn’t turn diabetic without the genetics (and some trigger - stress/surgery etc), so don’t blame yourself. The biggest looser trainer Bob Harper had a heart attack and couldn’t escape genetics. I think those kind of examples help move you out of denial, anger and why me mode and into acceptance, action and change.

 

[Her Dotness]

And gluten free is full of carbs.

Not necessarily.

Upon checking labels for carbs-per-portion, check also what the portion size is where specified. You may find as I have that some g-f breads are the equal of commercial wheat flour breads in carb counts.

Much depends upon the fiber content, I've found. The multi-grain and flaxseed breads are less carb-heavy oftentimes.