Friday, 31 July 2009

Grapefruit

I know fruit has too much sugar for me to be able to eat but I have found that my BG does not spike if I eat grapefruit. Has anyone else found this true for them? Are there any other fruits that don't have a major affect on BG? Everyone has to test...
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Thursday, 30 July 2009

Beans are a great complex carb for diabetics

I just joined this group to hopefully get some ideas to help my husband. He has type 2 diabetes, has had it for several years now. He drives long-haul semi truck, and recently failed his physical, his sugar was at 216. He needs to have it under 200 to...
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Viruses H1N1 (EpiCor)

This past year my daughter has just gone back to teacher as a sub, and I gave her elderberry and a good multi-vitamin that includes COQ10 to take, because she is prone to easily getting sick. COQ10 is excellent for the heart. She has gotten through the...
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Wednesday, 29 July 2009

Two Good Diabetes Magazines

Lots of folks don't know about these two magazines, but I find them a wonderful source of info, both reviews of the basics and some more cutting-edge latest thinking articles. I wanted to put this info here especially for the newbies among us.Diabetes...
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Treatment/cure for Diabetes (Untrue Facts)

I had the head and tail and most of my pancreas and spleen and some stomach removed in the early 90's due in a whipple surgery or pancreatoduodenecto my. Since that time my remaining pancreas digested itself and I am left with brittle diabetes, sever...
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Monday, 27 July 2009

Viruses H1N1

The answer is Yes, in three ways, that is not part of why you are asking the question. Everyone, but especially diabetics should be prepared, but most are not because they are not doing the better things for their diabetes. They don't eat & drink...
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Starving for diabetes

>I cook on top of the stove, with olive oil and he roasts everything. We eat a lot of cold plates -- cold meats from the fridge with the raw vegetables and cheese. I guess the foods are mostly the same,just minus the oil.<You say you're not bored,...
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Suppliments was: cant we live without medications?

I take all 3 of the suppliments you asked about...I take chromium 400mcg (I have heard that chromium has been shown to not be so good for you???), alpha lopoic acid 300mg (I noticed a slight but noticable difference in my BS numbers after I began taking...
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Saturday, 25 July 2009

Interferon Alpha Can Delay Full Onset of Type 1 Diabetes by Russell Phillips, PhD

According to results of a phase II clinical trial at the University of Texas Medical School, a low dose of oral interferon alpha can preserve pancreatic beta cell function in newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes patients. Interferons are proteins produced...
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Volunteers Needed For Chocolate Compound Study - Diabetes UK

Volunteers are needed for the final phase of a Diabetes UK-funded study investigating whether flavonoids - compounds found in chocolate - can protect older women with diabetes from heart disease. The first group of volunteers, recruited last April, have...
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Diabetes can cause skin issues By Dr. Stephen Ponder

CORPUS CHRISTI — There are several skin problems diabetics may suffer from that are not found in non-diabetics. Many of the skin problems in diabetics relate to damage inside small blood vessels and how that process affects the skin supplied by those...
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Pig cells transplanted into diabetes sufferers

TRIALS of an Australian diabetes treatment that transplants pig cells into humans began yesterday. Professor Bob Elliot is testing the controversial practice of xenotransplantation - transplanting animal cells, tissues or organs into humans - in New...
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No kids, no grief

A new manifesto argues that parenting is bad for your career, your marriage, your bank book and your love lifeElaine Lui was 29 years old and had been married for a year when she and her husband, Jacek Szenowicz, decided that they didn’t want children....
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Cant we live without medications?

>I diagnose 3 months ago...my Ac1 was 8.2, BS 160 I am on diet and excercise+ metformin 500 mg once daily my daily readings are fasting BS=107-115mg and after dinner 2 hours=130-140 mg...I will check my Ac1 within 2 weeks<Considering your 8.2 A1c...
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About those home a1c tests

>Has anyone tried them?I'm wondering how accurate they are. Do you get an immediate reading?<They're pretty accurate, from what I hear. For those who don't have a doctor and/or insurance, using one of those kits might be useful for some kind of...
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Higher morning BS than evening?

>I recently had a Diabetes Nutrition class in which the question was asked, "Is your FBG higher or lower in the morning?" Everyone but me said, "Lower." I said, "Higher."The Dr. told me that mine is higher because I have a Liver Problem and it is...
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Friday, 24 July 2009

Zucchini and Red Onion Sauce - 10g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber

Zucchini and Red Onion SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation...
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Italian Zucchini and Garlic Sauce - 8g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber

Zucchini and Garlic SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method...
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Turkish Tahini Sauce - 8g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber

Turkish Tahini SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method...
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Italian Summer Sauce - 24g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber

Summer SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method 2 tablespoons melted butter 2 tablespoons...
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Diabetes Education and an update

I think that for us, Diabetes Education was really good. I learned alot about what I can and can't control. I also learned about portion sizes (I had been trying to figure it out on my own). We have been working with the principles of South Beach and...
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What is a limiting belief?

Belief is something that you believe and it is true. While limiting belief is something we have felt at the rejection or obstacles to achieve a target that you want. Rejection is also arise when we want to change. Also called the (Mental block)Example...
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Scared with different Fobia

Fear is natural. Fear that appear when we are dealing with things that threaten the safety and life we, like wild animals, weapons or sharp flow of traffic is verybusy. Fear is necessary because we remain vigilant to make and is ready act to pull out...
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What is Trauma?

Many people call themselves experienced trauma. After being accident so do not dare to drive again because of trauma. Or drop out of love, ago and the trauma does not dare make serious relationship again. In fact what is trauma?The simple trauma means...
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When did you know it was time for insulin?

>That sounds familiar only I went from 5.3 in January to 6.7 in July. I talked with the doc three months ago at my last visit and he wanted to wait for this A1C to come back before making a change. We'll see what happens when I see him in two weeks.<Your...
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Caviar de Lentilles de Puy - French Puy Lentil Spread - 37g carbs

Caviar de Lentilles de Puy - French Puy Lentil SpreadServing Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals)LowerCarbs LowFat (Less than 20%)VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method4 cups warm cooked lentils1...
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Panisses - French Chickpea Polenta - 11g carbs

Panisses - French Chickpea PolentaServing Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbsLowFat (Less than 30%) VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method2 1/2 cups water1 pinch salt -- plus salt to taste1...
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Pate D'Aubergines - French Eggplant and Cheese Pate - 18g carbs

Pate D'Aubergines - French Eggplant and Cheese PateServing Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals)LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method2 eggplants -- halved lengthwise2 tablespoons...
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Rillettes D'Epinards au Citron - French Lemon-Scented Spinach Spread - 5g carbs

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 bunch spinach -- cut into ribbons, or 1 pound frozen spinach6 chard leaves -- (or so), coarsely...
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Socca - French Chickpea Crepes - 13g carbs

Socca - French Chickpea CrepesServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbsVeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 cup cold water -- (to 1 1/2 cups) or more as needed1 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons...
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Tapenade Verte - French Green Olive and Almond Paste Spread-2g carbs

Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals)LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 cup pitted green olives -- halved3 tablespoons almonds -- toasted, peeled and coarsely chopped1...
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Turkish Yogurt and Feta Vegetable Sauce - 3g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber

Yogurt and Feta Vegetable SauceRecipe By :Cousin FatimaServing Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals)LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method4 oz. crumbled feta cheese3/4 cup plain nonfat...
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How do you feel if you having really high blood sugar levels?

Unfortunately for me, I feel great when I am having really high blood sugar levels, such as 225, etc. I wish I did feel bad, but I don't. I actually start getting that shaky feeling in my stomach when I start getting a little under 120. And by the time...
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CHARRED TOMATO & CHICKEN TACOS: Charring tomatoes in a cast-iron skillet give you great smoky flavor!

Servings: 6Yield: 6 servings, 2 tacos eachTotal Time: 35 minutesPrep Time: 35 minutesRecipe Ingredients:1. 1 pound ripe plum tomatoes cored (about 4-5)2. 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil divided3. 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts trimmed...
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Spicy Vegetable Soup

Servings: 4Yield: 4 servings, about 2 1/4 cups eachTotal Time: 40 minutesPrep Time: 30 minutesTo Make Ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.Recipe Ingredients:1. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2. 1 large onion, diced3. 1-3 teaspoons hot...
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Thursday, 23 July 2009

Sicilian Eggplant Sauce - 21g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber

Sicilian Eggplant SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method...
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Sicilian Eggplant Sauce - 21g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber

Sicilian Eggplant SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method...
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Italian Rich Ricotta Sauce - 8g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber

Rich Ricotta SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method Neapolitan Tomato Sauce: 1...
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Peas Sauce and Ditalini - 27g Carbohydrate; 10g Dietary Fiber

Peas Sauce and DitaliniServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method...
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Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce from Tuscany - 7g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber

Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce from TuscanyServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient --...
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Mexican Chili Sauce - 8g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber

Mexican Chili SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Veggie Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method ...
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In a nutshell-1?

Hi...new here. 49 year old woman just diagnosed with type 2 (among other things...I also have high BP, high cholesterol, osteoarthritis in my back, suffer from depression and acid reflux...and peri-menopause to top it off) Basically, I'm falling apart....
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Carbonara Sauce - 1g Carbohydrate; 0g Dietary Fiber

Carbonara SauceServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowerCarbs MeatAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1/4 pound pancetta -- or unsmoked bacon, diced1 tablespoon olive oil -- or melted butter2 eggs -- beaten1 ounce...
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My top 6 Nutrition Tips to Healthy Life

Make sure to fit in your Interval Workout today – remember, interval workouts help you burn 30% more calories then exercising at one set pace and can leave your metabolism elevated for up to 12 hours after each workout. There is no better way to spend...
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Sweet N Sour Cod with Cabbage and Broccoli - 23.23g Carbs, 3.54g Fiber, 16.45g Sugar

From: www.whfoods. org{This dish does not have sugar but does have honey... so if you cannot use honey use your favorite substitute instead. Also, use low or no salt broth and soy sauce. Take Care, Gloria}. This is a great low-calorie dish that tastes...
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Peach Frozen Yogurt - 14 g carbs

Rebecca Rather's Peach Frozen Yogurt Serves: 24Preparation Time: 12 MinutesTotal Time: 1 Hour 42 Minutes1 1/2 cups low-fat evaporated milk3 egg yolks2/3 cup SPLENDA® Sugar Blend1 tablespoon vanilla extract 6 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced2 (32 ounce)...
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Spinach-Turkey Roll-Ups - 2g Carbs, 0g Fiber

From: www.diabeticlivingo nline.comHoney mustard and a hint of nutmeg jazz up these tantalizing turkey wraps.Servings: 8Quick MealContains DairyDiabetes-FriendlyPrep Time: 20 minTotal Time: 20 min2 tsp honey mustardDash(es) ground nutmeg,8 slices turkey...
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10 Antioxidant- Rich Fruits

Fresh fruit salad is a traditional, healthy dessert. Not only delicious,it is nutritious, too - the natural antioxidants and fiber of fresh fruitsupport the body's defenses and help to keep it running smoothly. Whenmaking a fruit salad, consider including...
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Most type 2 diabetics who take meds take metformin

>I am officially on Metformin, starting this morning. I have very little idea what this is going to do to me. Can someone tell me what Lactic acidosis is and how common is it with the use of Metformin? I am a tad nervous about starting this to say...
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Wednesday, 22 July 2009

Peach Frozen Yogurt - 14 g carbs

Rebecca Rather's Peach Frozen Yogurt Serves: 24Preparation Time: 12 MinutesTotal Time: 1 Hour 42 MinutesIngredients:1 1/2 cups low-fat evaporated milk3 egg yolks2/3 cup SPLENDA® Sugar Blend1 tablespoon vanilla extract 6 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced2...
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"Kickbacks" of various kinds are endemic, and it starts with medical students

"Kickbacks" of various kinds are endemic, and it starts with medical students. A group of the latter have an organization going whose members pledge NOT to accept any unethical "consideration" --including pens, donuts, what have you--from drug companies....
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"Kickbacks" of various kinds are endemic, and it starts with medical students

"Kickbacks" of various kinds are endemic, and it starts with medical students. A group of the latter have an organization going whose members pledge NOT to accept any unethical "consideration" --including pens, donuts, what have you--from drug companies....
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Barbs Feta Pesto - 3g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber

Barbs Feta PestoServing Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method2 cups fresh basil -- washed2 ounces olive oil2 ounces white winejuice of one lime2...
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Feta Mediterranean Pesto

Feta Mediterranean PestoRecipe By :Cousin FatimaServing Size : 16 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 cups fresh flat leaf parsley1/2 cup fresh basil...
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Greek Feta, Red Onion And Tomato Salsa - 18g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber

Feta, Red Onion And Tomato SalsaServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbsAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method2 red onions -- peeled and diced1 tablespoon olive oil1 1/2 teaspoons fresh...
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Greek Feta, Red Onion And Tomato Salsa - 18g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber

Feta, Red Onion And Tomato SalsaServing Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbsAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method2 red onions -- peeled and diced1 tablespoon olive oil1 1/2 teaspoons fresh...
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FETA: Greek Coleslaw - 5g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber

Greek ColeslawRecipe By :Cousin FatimaServing Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 pound coleslaw mix1/4 cup shredded carrots1/4 cup shredded red cabbage1/4...
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Greek Feta Hummus - 16g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber

Greek Feta HummusRecipe By :Cousin FatimaServing Size : 7 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 garlic clove15 ounces garbanzo beans, canned -- drained1/2...
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Greek Feta Relish - 1g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber

Greek Feta RelishServing Size : 20 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 1/2 cups feta cheese -- crumbled3/4 cup canned artichoke hearts -- chopped2...
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I Just Noticed my Weight Loss!

You know how sometimes even though you *know* you lost weight either by the scales and or the way your once tight clothes now fit nice and loose (some of my jeans and slacks are so loose now that I have to tug on them to keep them up) you still don't...
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