More helpful foods for diabetics
In addition to dill, and cinnamon, coriander has been found to be helpful in controlling sugar levels. Now, what does all this tell us? Nature holds the key to solving the diabetes issue. By eating...
View ArticleDiabetes and Depression; a follow up
I have suggested before, based upon personal experience and many conversations with other diabetics, that a link exists between these two conditions.I Googled, and found that very little research has...
View ArticleMy kidney stone post
This is not a paid post.This is not a diabetic problem, per se, but as many of us have kidney troubles, I guess it fits the general catagory.From time to time, I get kidney stones. Right now is one of...
View ArticleAn Update
Just a reminder:I've noticed more readers have been getting involved. Any person, either diabetic or a caretaker for a diabetic, or a medical professional, is invited to write a post here.Simply...
View ArticleFood is always an issue for diabetics
Yeah, I know, it's an issue for so many of us, but it seems to be a bigger one for diabetics. After all, most of us, if we don't count carbs, at least have to be aware of them. And too much protein...
View ArticlePlease explain this to me
Every commercial for diabetics seems to include several different cookbooks.Since Type 2 Diabetics are the target market, why, oh why, do they offer slightly healthier versions of the same crap diet...
View ArticleI've been slacking off
Haven't posted for a while, and have been a bit lax in following my food plan.Well, the glucometer doesn't lie.My sugar has been up, so tomorrow morning, I need to get back on the program.
View ArticleSome helpful herbs
I was looking at a recent Issue of Women's World, and found a nice article on diabetes. One of the things that is often overlooked is that things work together in our bodies. Rather than a "magic...
View ArticleSubstitutions
Diabetics know all about substitutes. Personally, I hate most of them. That "tastes like sugar" doesn't to me. I can detect any artificial sweetener immediately, and I don't like how any of them taste....
View ArticleDiabetes is kicking ny butt
The diabetes is really doing a number on me. Although my sugar has been under control for some time, it has done its damage.My kidneys have been compromised, and I had kidney insufficiency. It has now...
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I got an award
From Patricia at Subjective Soup we received the award.I have to list 10 honest facts about myself.1. I've battled with weight issues all my life. This is probably the most significant cause of my...
View ArticleI didn't die
but I came really close.Diabetes killed my kidneys, gave me a stroke, and took my left leg.Kept me in the hospital for 15 months.Are you still going to ignore the disease?Call me at 732.287.1583 if you...
View ArticleDiabetics: Try this to lower blood sugar
Warning: This is based on my experience. Don't do anything dumb like stop your meds, or avoid your doctor. Be sure to take your insulin as prescribed.Ok. I started to take 2 teaspoons in water of apple...
View ArticleAnother opinion piece
I don't believe in sugar free foods. I'm not the only one. Dr Oz said, basically, they wreak havoc with your system. Your body expects sugar but doesn't get it. This results in overeating, the bane of...
View ArticleMy hope
I've wanted this blog to be an assistance to the diabetic community. While my readership is low, I'm trying to promote it. I'd appreciate any help. Also, if anyone would like to guest post here, just...
View ArticleHave a Happy Thanksgiving
Have fun eating today. Enjoy everything, maybe even overeat. If you're overweight, please make it Thanksgiving Day, and not a weekend of overindulging. Been there, done that, got the enormous T shirt.
View ArticleSalad days
Not being a fan of salad, I've tried to get more raw vegetables in my diet. They are great for a diabetic, as they are low in carbs, high in nutrients. A few days ago the experiment to make a salad...
View ArticleMmmmm, sugar
Yeah, I know, we diabetics love the stuff. And the pharmaceutical/chemical community does it best to try to satisfy our desire for sweets. Usually, they use cheap chemicals to try to imitate the taste....
View ArticleHappy Holidays
The Holidays are hard on all of us, especially diabetics.Almost everything at every feast or even little get togethers are carb laden.What to do? Indulging, in my opinion is fine, but do't overindulge....
View ArticleRemember when I told you?
you have to care for yourself because the medical community doesn't know crap about diabetes?Well, today I was at dialysis, and a woman came in who was unresponsive. Now this is not unusual as she...
View ArticleSome sad news
The woman I told you about did pass away.It just reinforced in me the need to stay healthy. One thing I've added to my daily diet is fresh juice. I have a Jack Lalanne Power juicer, which can be had...
View ArticleFood for thought
and your stomach.Just because I have diabetes, doesn't mean I can't enjoy my favorite foods.Nothing makes me happier on a Sunday morning than sitting down to a plate of pancakes.Not Aunt Jamima or...
View ArticleMore food stuff
I seem to focus on food because, well much of type comes from lifestyle such as poor diet and a sedentary life.Rather than eating substitutes, like Splenda or the pink or blue crud, I would rather do...
View ArticleSalt
Beause of several health issues I need to limit my salt intake, the primary one being I'm on dialysis. My fluids are severely restricted, and eat salty foods and one drinks. A lot. You wouldn't believe...
View ArticleWhat to eat
Use scienceNo,m not the science of fake foods, but the science of foods and metabiolic absorbtion. You know whole grains and who;e foods.Pancakes are awesome, if they are made with whole grains.Mine...
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