dear followers

Dear Followers,
​As I'm approaching 5k followers I wanted to take this time to thank each and every one of you for the continued loyalty and support you have shown me since I started my instagram journey to inspire other diabetics through recreating food and to ultimately live a healthier lifestyle.  Many thanks for the messages, engagements, and likes from around the globe! You all inspire me to work harder, thrive, continue to be positive, and it challenges me to grow as a brand.

My ultimate goal through Queenie's Food Journey is to share my own experiences with you.

I am a Fil-Am (Filipino/American) who recreates healthy versions of childhood inspired Filipino favorites and more.

I have been battling with diabetes for 11 years & has fought numerous battles with the disease & the last 2 years being the worst. I decided to put my main focus on my health & I cut my work hours tremendously. Always feeling sick & being at home, I decided to create an Instagram account to share my diabetic journey & inspire others through food.

Diabetes runs in my family & affects many others worldwide. After witnessing my grandma  fight through it & passing at a young age, it scared me. After being diagnosed, I knew I had to take action to prevent my diabetes from worsening.

Through 10+ years of trying to lower my sugar levels it has been the most stressful & frustrating experience. I tried everything you could think of, from exercise coach, health coach, food adjustments, numerous medications, dealing with side effects, multiple testings, vitamins, naturopath, suggestions from family & friends, yet my sugars were as stubborn as can be.

Now 11 years later, I finally found the right insulin & medication that is actively working to control my sugar levels. I continue to monitor it closely by meeting with my primary care  physician, a diabetic coach, and an endocrinologist.

Although there is no cure for diabetes, it can go into remission. I have been managing my diabetes with medication & lifestyle changes.  Through this all I have learned that health comes first. It has brought me to where I am today. Sharing my knowledge through food, recreating food, recreating simple Filipino low carb dishes, inspiring others with diabetes, and to ultimately live a healthier lifestyle. 

Along with recreating recipes, using alternative ingredients, and seasonings, my life couldn’t be more enjoyable. Remember, food & life is meant to be enjoyed. So eat healthy, indulge, & eat what you want, in moderation.

Food~Create~Inspire
 
For more recipes or to get in contact with me, please visit my website at www.queeniesfoodjourney.com or daily on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or YouTube @queenies__foodjourney.

From the bottom of my heart, thank for your support, love, community, and loyalty. 

I am here because of you.
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~Queenie