Can your mother buy some of the super cheap yellow mung beans? and boil them into a thick soup with a few greens and spices? It's what we're having for dinner tongiht, sooooo cheap!! and full of fiber and protein.

Do you also have cheap pomelo right now? SOOO cheap in thailand in the rainy season and a fabulous source of fiber and vit C for strong bones. PLus it's NOT SWEET at all, but fresh and tangy.