Re: Things I have learned

March 16, 2012

now don't forget! Dave busted my big bubble all to hell and back when he

couldn't wait to tell me that milk is as bad as sugar pop! I figured it was so,

but didn't wish to hear any one say it out loud! I only drank 3 gallons a week

by my self all my life. started the bad habit in maybe 62 when I started school.

we could have all the cold whole milk we could drink. we were told milk is good

for you and makes you grow big and strong, so I had milk at every milk and for a

snack when ever. milk is as bad as pop with sugar! well hell! what makes Dave so

dain smart anyway? I know he is right, but maybe he could have dropped that bomb

shell on me ten years back. now I have almond milk on my oats when I eat them

and I don't drink it like I did regular moo milk. got a dairy right here not to

far away. it cost me $6 per gallon, but have you ever had fresh moo moo? I'm

here to tell you it is one of the finest things our loving God ever put in an

animal in my opinion! I have a friend that is also T 2 and he said a while back

that he wished now that he never would have ever ate red meat! he said not

eating all the red meat he desires is the hardest thing he has ever had to do! I

feel the same way about milk from a cow. I also like goats milk, but it is high

in carbs as well. love butter milk too. never could buy a half gallon of but

milk and have it ever last 24 hours. mostly drank it all at one setting. now

here I sit and tears falling on to my keyboard thinking of the cold hard fact! I

haven't had a drop of cows milk in more then 2 weeks and don't plan to until

April. some Saturday in April I will buy me one pint of cow milk and enjoy every

drop with my breakfast. every month I will repeat the same practice. got to give

up milk and I know it for a fact, just like my buddy has to stop eating all the

red meat he would like to eat. how many of the rest of you had to give some

thing up that you truly dug a lot and would die for to have? I know there is a

certain food or drink in your life that you have always enjoyed and looked

forward to enjoying when you had it in front of you. ribs? bacon? ham? candy?

chips? cola? ice cream? cookies? cakes? pies? fried potatoes? beer? rum? wine?

pasta? bread? etc! come clean with your buddies who have all ready told you

there weakness. If you say you never had one, then I say you aren't human or

from this earth!

Things I have learned

I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

many years.

I managed to learn a few things along the

way- hopefully they will help someone else

to learn from my mistakes instead of the

hard way !!

Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

crush - they are EVIL !!!

No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

that can suppress your immune system.

They are also addictive.

Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

anything, look for a substitute.

For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

for preservation.

Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

as well as pepping up the taste buds.

When possible avoid processed foods.

You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

ones.

Little changes add up yo a big difference !

Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

(vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et many

things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

I have learned to use cream cheese instead

my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

other things.

Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

and cookies are better.

Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

on waffles, etc.

Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of lime

or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

nuts for the fiber in it.

I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

instead of a candy bar !

You might want to join

DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

March 16, 2012

Well,I have diabetic since the age o2, so never really had " give up "

anything as I was raised to eat healthy, but I still love certain foods that

I wish I could eat a lot of. These are pasta with lots of tomato sauce,

potato chips and fruit of any kind. If I was not diabetic, I would probably

be on a fruit diet I don't like milk, but do love most any kind of cheese,

but have to eat little of that as it is high in potassium and fat and makes

my BG go up hours after eating it.

_____

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Mark Ruth

Sent: Friday, March 16, 2012 1:58 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: Re: Things I have learned

now don't forget! Dave busted my big bubble all to hell and back when he

couldn't wait to tell me that milk is as bad as sugar pop! I figured it was

so, but didn't wish to hear any one say it out loud! I only drank 3 gallons

a week by my self all my life. started the bad habit in maybe 62 when I

started school. we could have all the cold whole milk we could drink. we

were told milk is good for you and makes you grow big and strong, so I had

milk at every milk and for a snack when ever. milk is as bad as pop with

sugar! well hell! what makes Dave so dain smart anyway? I know he is right,

but maybe he could have dropped that bomb shell on me ten years back. now I

have almond milk on my oats when I eat them and I don't drink it like I did

regular moo milk. got a dairy right here not to far away. it cost me $6 per

gallon, but have you ever had fresh moo moo? I'm here to tell you it is one

of the finest things our loving God ever put in an animal in my opinion! I

have a friend that is also T 2 and he said a while back that he wished now

that he never would have ever ate red meat! he said not eating all the red

meat he desires is the hardest thing he has ever had to do! I feel the same

way about milk from a cow. I also like goats milk, but it is high in carbs

as well. love butter milk too. never could buy a half gallon of but milk and

have it ever last 24 hours. mostly drank it all at one setting. now here I

sit and tears falling on to my keyboard thinking of the cold hard fact! I

haven't had a drop of cows milk in more then 2 weeks and don't plan to until

April. some Saturday in April I will buy me one pint of cow milk and enjoy

every drop with my breakfast. every month I will repeat the same practice.

got to give up milk and I know it for a fact, just like my buddy has to stop

eating all the red meat he would like to eat. how many of the rest of you

had to give some thing up that you truly dug a lot and would die for to

have? I know there is a certain food or drink in your life that you have

always enjoyed and looked forward to enjoying when you had it in front of

you. ribs? bacon? ham? candy? chips? cola? ice cream? cookies? cakes? pies?

fried potatoes? beer? rum? wine? pasta? bread? etc! come clean with your

buddies who have all ready told you there weakness. If you say you never had

one, then I say you aren't human or from this earth!

Things I have learned

I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

many years.

I managed to learn a few things along the

way- hopefully they will help someone else

to learn from my mistakes instead of the

hard way !!

Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

crush - they are EVIL !!!

No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

that can suppress your immune system.

They are also addictive.

Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

anything, look for a substitute.

For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

for preservation.

Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

as well as pepping up the taste buds.

When possible avoid processed foods.

You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

ones.

Little changes add up yo a big difference !

Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

(vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et many

things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

I have learned to use cream cheese instead

my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

other things.

Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

and cookies are better.

Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

on waffles, etc.

Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of lime

or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

nuts for the fiber in it.

I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

instead of a candy bar !

You might want to join

DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

March 16, 2012

seems like Dave told me to watch my fats late at night during my evening

meal. maybe the cheese I put on my salad may be causing the number to go up of a

morning. I dig fruit too, but we just can't eat a lot of it at one time. I heard

the berry family of fruit is the best for us diabetics. I love water melon and

cantaloupe and oranges. come to think on it peaches and pineapples aren't bad

either. what about keywee? seems like it isn't real high in carbs best I recall

when I looked.

Things I have learned

I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

many years.

I managed to learn a few things along the

way- hopefully they will help someone else

to learn from my mistakes instead of the

hard way !!

Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

crush - they are EVIL !!!

No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

that can suppress your immune system.

They are also addictive.

Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

anything, look for a substitute.

For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

for preservation.

Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

as well as pepping up the taste buds.

When possible avoid processed foods.

You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

ones.

Little changes add up yo a big difference !

Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

(vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et many

things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

I have learned to use cream cheese instead

my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

other things.

Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

and cookies are better.

Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

on waffles, etc.

Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of lime

or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

nuts for the fiber in it.

I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

instead of a candy bar !

You might want to join

DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

March 17, 2012

Is pomegranate juice good?

Becky

Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

I bought some cheese cubes.

One flavor is dill Cheese.

Becky

Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many

> things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

I have been told that us who are diabetic shouldn't be drinking any kind of

fruit juice of any kind. of course I suppose orange juice would be nice to have

in small cans in case your sugar was to low and you needed a quick fix. you best

ask the folks on this list who have a clue. I'm still in the baby step range my

self. just learning to walk the talk is where I am at this time.

Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

I prefer red grape juice when I need to rays my blood sugar. I only drink a

couple ounces though, usually followed by a glucose tablet. This works for me,

but each of us needs to find out what works for you.

Dave

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Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

So am I even though I was tested in September of 2011.

I've been in dinial for a while, but have to get out of that.

I'm sorry to admit this.

Becky

Things I have learned

> >

> > I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> > many years.

> >

> > I managed to learn a few things along the

> > way- hopefully they will help someone else

> > to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> > hard way !!

> >

> > Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> > Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> > crush - they are EVIL !!!

> >

> > No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> > straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> > that can suppress your immune system.

> >

> > They are also addictive.

> >

> > Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> > teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> > are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

> >

> > They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

> >

> > When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

> >

> > In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> > it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

> >

> > If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> > anything, look for a substitute.

> >

> > For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> > a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> > made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> > make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> > for preservation.

> >

> > Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> > olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

> >

> > Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> > content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> > as well as pepping up the taste buds.

> >

> > When possible avoid processed foods.

> >

> > You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

> >

> > Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> > you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> > mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> > ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

> >

> > Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are

> not

> > good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> > fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of

> hard-fried

> > ones.

> >

> > Little changes add up yo a big difference !

> >

> > Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> > (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> > many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

> >

> > I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> > my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> > other things.

> >

> > Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> > and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> > and cookies are better.

> >

> > Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> > on waffles, etc.

> >

> > Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves

> which

> > have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

> >

> > Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> > lime

> > or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

> >

> > If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

> >

> > Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> > another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

> >

> > Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

> >

> > If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> > nuts for the fiber in it.

> >

> > I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> > wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

> >

> > We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> > instead of a candy bar !

> >

> > You might want to join

> >

> > DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

> >

> > Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

> >

March 17, 2012

A diabetic told me about the Pomagrantedd juice.

Becky

Things I have learned

> >

> > I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> > many years.

> >

> > I managed to learn a few things along the

> > way- hopefully they will help someone else

> > to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> > hard way !!

> >

> > Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> > Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> > crush - they are EVIL !!!

> >

> > No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> > straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> > that can suppress your immune system.

> >

> > They are also addictive.

> >

> > Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> > teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> > are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

> >

> > They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

> >

> > When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

> >

> > In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> > it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

> >

> > If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> > anything, look for a substitute.

> >

> > For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> > a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> > made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> > make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> > for preservation.

> >

> > Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> > olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

> >

> > Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> > content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> > as well as pepping up the taste buds.

> >

> > When possible avoid processed foods.

> >

> > You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

> >

> > Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> > you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> > mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> > ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

> >

> > Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are

> not

> > good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> > fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of

> hard-fried

> > ones.

> >

> > Little changes add up yo a big difference !

> >

> > Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> > (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> > many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

> >

> > I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> > my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> > other things.

> >

> > Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> > and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> > and cookies are better.

> >

> > Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> > on waffles, etc.

> >

> > Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves

> which

> > have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

> >

> > Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> > lime

> > or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

> >

> > If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

> >

> > Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> > another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

> >

> > Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

> >

> > If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> > nuts for the fiber in it.

> >

> > I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> > wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

> >

> > We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> > instead of a candy bar !

> >

> > You might want to join

> >

> > DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

> >

> > Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

> >

March 17, 2012

Becky, this is the place for confessions! Or admitting we've been in denial!

Don't feel bad, it's normal. Reading your messages and your posts tells me you

want to be part of the party, which means you're interested in improving your

health.

Good job!

Dave

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Things I have learned

> >

> > I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> > many years.

> >

> > I managed to learn a few things along the

> > way- hopefully they will help someone else

> > to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> > hard way !!

> >

> > Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> > Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> > crush - they are EVIL !!!

> >

> > No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> > straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> > that can suppress your immune system.

> >

> > They are also addictive.

> >

> > Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> > teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> > are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

> >

> > They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

> >

> > When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

> >

> > In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> > it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

> >

> > If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> > anything, look for a substitute.

> >

> > For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> > a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> > made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> > make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> > for preservation.

> >

> > Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> > olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

> >

> > Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> > content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> > as well as pepping up the taste buds.

> >

> > When possible avoid processed foods.

> >

> > You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

> >

> > Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> > you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> > mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> > ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

> >

> > Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are

> not

> > good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> > fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of

> hard-fried

> > ones.

> >

> > Little changes add up yo a big difference !

> >

> > Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> > (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> > many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

> >

> > I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> > my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> > other things.

> >

> > Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> > and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> > and cookies are better.

> >

> > Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> > on waffles, etc.

> >

> > Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves

> which

> > have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

> >

> > Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> > lime

> > or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

> >

> > If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

> >

> > Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> > another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

> >

> > Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

> >

> > If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> > nuts for the fiber in it.

> >

> > I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> > wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

> >

> > We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> > instead of a candy bar !

> >

> > You might want to join

> >

> > DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

> >

> > Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

> >

March 17, 2012

I wonder if the juice like trop 50 would be good or you know the drink mixes

that ocean spray and welches have in the single serve packets you mix in to

water I believe they are sweetend with spelnda.

Dana

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March 17, 2012

You are correct Mark. Even 4 oz. of juice has at least 15 or more carbs.

Tomato juice has less and I occassiionally will drink 6 or 8 oz. of that

(the low salt kind(.

_____

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Mark Ruth

Sent: Friday, March 16, 2012 6:27 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: Re: Things I have learned

I have been told that us who are diabetic shouldn't be drinking any kind of

fruit juice of any kind. of course I suppose orange juice would be nice to

have in small cans in case your sugar was to low and you needed a quick fix.

you best ask the folks on this list who have a clue. I'm still in the baby

step range my self. just learning to walk the talk is where I am at this

time.

Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

Read the label. There are many sugar free mixes.

_____

From: blind-diabetics

[mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Dana

Sent: Friday, March 16, 2012 7:02 PM

To: blind-diabetics

Subject: Re: Things I have learned

I wonder if the juice like trop 50 would be good or you know the drink mixes

that ocean spray and welches have in the single serve packets you mix in to

water I believe they are sweetend with spelnda.

Dana

If you love candles but don't enjoy lighting them or the flame

Please take a look at my scentsy party where you will find over 80

fragrances.

Lotions, body splashes,, solid perfumes, hand sanitizers, rooms sprays, are

just some of the other wonderful products available. And even for those

animal lovers these adorable stuffed animals with scent packs inside.

www.kelliehickman.scentsy.us

and shop under Dana's march Bash until March 31st.

March 17, 2012

I really like buttermilk biscuits but don't like drinking it.

When I was a child I hated white milk and liked only chocolate. Then when I

was pregnant with Debbie they gave me about 9 half gallons of milk on this

program I was on called WIC and I thought what the hell am I going to do

with 9 half gallons of milk? I did not know Mark to give it to, LOL.

Well, all of a sudden I started to like it and although I still like

chocolate milk and milk shakes, the white tastes pretty good when it is

cold. Well I did go over to 2 percent in recent years.

But I heard somewhere in the discussions that we could have half a cup in a

day.

So I just take a big sip sometimes when making his shakes and I don't

pour myself a glass ever.

My problem is I do not want to face up to the fact of not having certain

foods I like so I just have a oittle taste of this or that. It satisfies

the craving without giving me much of it.

I do get the Shaky Willies when my blood sugar is not high.

Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

IMO, A little sample of this or that is no problemento! I wouldn't suggest going

crazy with this, especially if the blood sugar is up, or if you expect to be

eating a larger than normal meal for instance. Moderation in conjunction with

careful planning can work wonders.

Dave

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Things I have learned

>

> I have been a foodie and a diabetc for many

> many years.

>

> I managed to learn a few things along the

> way- hopefully they will help someone else

> to learn from my mistakes instead of the

> hard way !!

>

> Whatever you call them- sodas, soft drinks,

> Cokes, refrescos, root beer, dr pepper , mountain dew sprite,

> crush - they are EVIL !!!

>

> No matter if they are diet or sugar free or

> straight up, they all have harmful chemicals

> that can suppress your immune system.

>

> They are also addictive.

>

> Avoid them and train yourself to love water,

> teas, coffee, or aguas frescas. Aguas frescas

> are infusiions made from flowers or fruit.

>

> They are more natural and have less sugar than straight juice.

>

> When you have something to eat, think about the fiber content.

>

> In my experience, if you have something at night with fiber in

> it there is less likelihood of you crashing from low blood sugar.

>

> If there is something you LOVE to eat but it has too much

> anything, look for a substitute.

>

> For example, if you like pickles, lets say... sweet pickles,

> a better option would be sour dills becaue they are not

> made with sugar. But if you think dills have too much salt,

> make your own refrigerator dills which dont need the salt

> for preservation.

>

> Or make a fresh pickle of cucumbers, onion, vinegar and

> olive oil. and mebeb some hot pepper flakes if you like hot things.

>

> Hot peppers are good for making you feel happy due to their endorphin

> content and are also high in viatmin C and make you feel satisfied

> as well as pepping up the taste buds.

>

> When possible avoid processed foods.

>

> You dont need the hidden chemicals or salts or sugars.

>

> Homeade tastes better, is cheaper and fresher as well and

> you can make it to your own taste. Some examples are

> mustard, blender mayonnaise, salsa, salad dressings like

> ranch or blue cheese or italian ot french.

>

> Try to find textures that mimic those of the things you like but are not

> good for you, like kale chips instead of potato chips, or sweet potato

> fries instead of white potato fries, steamed tacos instead of hard-fried

> ones.

>

> Little changes add up yo a big difference !

>

> Often, dialysis patients have high phosphorus

> (vitamin K) leves in their blood and this cases them to be unable to et

> many things we all love like chocolate and cheese.

>

> I have learned to use cream cheese instead

> my preferred cheese on burgers or in pasta or sandwiches or

> other things.

>

> Whole wheat pasta is better than regular pasta because is has fiber

> and your body needs that fiber to ruminate on. Whole wheat crackers

> and cookies are better.

>

> Instead of sugar syrup, use agave nectar or just a sprinkle of cinnamon

> on waffles, etc.

>

> Use the pure fruit spreads instead of jelly, or at least preserves which

> have more fiber thn jelly and have a great texture.

>

> Instead of relying on salt for taste use other spices or a squeeze of

> lime

> or lemon or a spritz of vinegar.

>

> If you feel the need to put something in your mouth, suck on ice.

>

> Take one bite at a time, chew it deliberately, and dont pick up

> another bite until you have swallowed the previous one.

>

> Thank God for each bite or sip a you take it.

>

> If you MUST have cake or pie, choose one with fruit and/or

> nuts for the fiber in it.

>

> I am not a dietician nor a doctor, just a lay diabetic who

> wants to help others avoid the pirfalls I have experienced.

>

> We all need a little sugar,just choose your poison wisely. (ie: grapes

> instead of a candy bar !

>

> You might want to join

>

> DIABETIC-RECIPE@yahoogroups,com

>

> Love and Good Luck, Lavanda

>

March 17, 2012

Dear Mark the 1 hard thing I had to give up is the high sugar candy like

butter finger and and other things though I have learned that there are

sugarfree Candy and so when the holidays like easter and Christmas comes I

get Sugarfree candy and only once in a while I have high sugar things

just not very often. I Still have diet soda but not as much as I use too

its now icetea with auttoficial Sweetner. The hardest thing for me is

cutting down on the amount of food I eat. Specially peanutbutter as I

like to have butter and peanut on sometimes on toast and sometimes on

Crackers. Tight now though I am struggling with high bloodaugar and

keep my waight down as it seems like I start to loose waight and just when

things start to look good that is where I loose it as the next thing I

know I'm back to square 1. Which I hate that when that happen's. Any take

care, Sincerely Bower