I found this list of books and some of them have low-fat recipes in them. You were dealt a double blow but will soon learn what to eat I am sure this is overwhelming. One hint don't overdose on the sugar free chocolates because they will give you stomach problems (from one who found out!). They are not low calorie either... Good luck! Kathy Here is a link that might be useful: list of diabetic cookbooks

I hope you're feeling better! I don't know if this book is still available, but "Live Longer and Better" is a good resource for not only recipes but also for making good lifestyle choices. It was put out by the editors of Consumer Guide. My copy is 1994, I don't know if it's been updated, but if not check used book resources- it should be cheap. The South Beach diet is good for you too, as long as you stick to mostly fish and veggie meals. Too much cholesterol from meats, even lean meats, will not help your heart. I also have "Protein Power" by Eades and Eades which has many good recipes. It also has information about how your diet affects your health. The only other thing I would suggest is to ask your doctor about an exercise program if you don't already exercise regularly. Happy healing!

Here's where I get alot of very good recipes for 'heart healthy'.......good luck http://www.deliciousdecisions.org/ Here is a link that might be useful: Debs Northern Notebook

Didn't you ask what the problem was with her attempt(s)? If the problem is something like seasoning, then all the recipes in the world won't help. Some people like minimal seasoning. Some consider "barbecue" chicken to be a chicken with BBQ sauce poured on it. Some insist it has to be smoked. Some do a BBQ seasoning. Or any number of other ways. Maybe she burned it on the grill? Maybe she undercooked it? Too much seasoning or too little? Too much of one thing and not another? Or maybe she expected it to taste like her favorite restaurant or family/friend would make and it didn't? I'd start by determining what the problem is first, then try to suggest ways to solve it.