How would much would you be prepared to add to your feeding period between feeds and would you also be prepared to cut the quantity thereof if it would make you feel better?
Would you be prepared to give up a bowl of pasta or tasty sauce over your meat or even that so-called healthy fruit. Would you be prepared to give all your processed food (boxed food) to a needy person.
What do you say?
Maybe?
Now!… How much would you be prepared to add to your feeding period between meals, or to cut back on your type of feeding and the quantities thereof if you could have your eye-sight or your feet back?
Interesting! Same question….
A normal person will do whatever it takes to get something back, but while you have it – you tend neglect
Just by adding another 60 minutes to your feeding-period between meals you can bring down your blood sugar by 1.5mmol/l sometimes even more depending on physical activities.
One of the key factors to following a Diabetic Diet Plan is to make your kitchen and house a feeding friendly environment, meaning get rid of all processed food. Stock your fridge with friendly snacks like “carrots”, cucumbers and jelly.
Always have soup in the refrigerator that you can heat up when those unexplained cravings hit you and stay away from bread.
Please guys watch what you put into your mouth. Practice the art of “trade-off” all the time(give up one treat for something else)
There is just no easy way of getting threw this eating season – Try to remember how bad you are going to feel after wards.
If you failed to say “No” just get up and start becoming physically active (walk, sweep, wash the car)
The Diabetic Care journal forecast that the annual price tag could reach $336 billion over the next 25 years, due to the increasing numbers of Fat Young Adults with Metabolic Syndrome.
It is also predicted in the same journal of last year that diabetes will increase from 24 million to 44 million (by 2034) people in the US.
Dr. Gary Liguori of the North Dakota State University in Fargo (assistant professor of health, nutrition and exercise sciences) said; “For individuals the findings underscore the importance of a healthy lifestyle — which includes, maintaining a normal weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise”
What is Metabolic Syndrome
Collection of risk factor for
Heart Diseases
Type 2 Diabetes
Signs and Symptoms
Belly fat around the middle section
High Triglycerides (blood fat)
Low HDL – “good cholesterol”
High Blood Pressure
High Blood Sugar
According to Dr. Gary Liguori the cause for the increase of metabolic numbers in young adults is due to the rise of childhood obesity that started in the 80’s and is now resulting in abdominal obesity and high blood pressure
This is about the only time that I am happy that I am no longer a Fat Young Adults with Metabolic Syndrome. (I am now an old mature adult with Metabolic Syndrome.) Also read more at reuters.com …..
Just when I thought it is safe to get back onto the scale I see this, Been “Fat and Getting Trim not Healthy”.
Industrial pollutants get stored in the fatty tissue of the Body and when long-term fat loss happens these pollutants may get released into the bloodstream.
These pollutants are link to;
Diabetes
Hypertension
Rheumatoid arthritis
Researcher leader Duk-Hee Lee from the Kyungpook National University in Daegu (South Korea) said;
“We are living under the strong dogma that weight loss is always beneficial, but weight gain is always harmful…but we think that increased (pollutant) levels (in the blood) due to weight loss can affect human health in a variety of ways,”
Of the 1099 participants that were used in the United States they found that the ones that lost the most weight over a 10 year period. Had the concentration of POPs (Persistent Organic Pollutants)
Also referring to a paper published in the International Journal of Obesity Lee said, “Once released into the bloodstream, these pollutants are able to reach vital organs,”
“Who Wants to The Biggest Loser”
With this new found knowledge that been Fat and getting Trim is not healthy I might have to re-think my long-term goals. More studies are needed to establish if such harm outweighed the benefits to be gained from weight loss.
In the meantime I will be in the kitchen “pondering”
Pine Pienaar Info
PS; If you are struggling with weight loss self hypnoses might be the answer.
Barley has a low GI very effective in binding cholesterol as well as lowering blood glucose readings of Diabetics. This soup is also Ideal for Slimmer’s.
1 Large Onion ( Chopped)
2 Cloves Garlic (Crushed) or 1-2 minced garlic
1ml Canola or Olive oil
6ml Curry Powder
1.5L Boiling Water
2 Chicken Stock Cubes dissolve in (above 1.5L boiling water)
125ml Pearl Barley
250ml Split Lentils
1 410g tin tomatoes with juice
Freshly ground black pepper
Method
Heat oil, add onion and garlic stir until brown ,add curry powder.
Stir water, stock, barley ,lentils and tomatoes add pepper to taste.
Boil and simmer for 1 hour or until barley and lentils are tender. Add
fresh parsley.
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Our social structures make it difficult for a person to be sociable and not to consume alcohol. At every work or sports gathering alcohol is always present in some form, if not then it is in the food.
Even some churches advocate that you must consumed wine. (Sorry if I offended anyone) Speaking for myself, I was actually looking forward to that day I could drink wine in church – To be part of that whole ritual at a certain age is important.
It was only at a later stage that I discoverd that almost all the churches use wine juice with no alcohol in it for that purpose.
Clever drinkers advocate one drink a day is actually good for you (whisky sippers like me) or the oxidants in a glass of red wine can perform miracles.
Some diabetes types say alcohol actually lowers their blood sugar levels.
Other people also need alcohol to unwind after a stressful day at the office. University students that has to perform long hours of studying and exams, also turn to drinking at parties/social gatherings to distress.
Whether you are an athlete, diabetic or just trying to maintain a certain level of fitness, alcohol consumption best be avoided, apart from running the risk of getting involve in a legal matter. There is certain health factor to consider before drinking alcohol.
· Alcohol gives rise to the release of insulin then glycogen metabolism increases. Losing any fat in this condition will be very hard.
· Cortisol (stress hormone) levels rise when consuming alcohol.
Ø Protein synthesis decrease when cortisol levels are up. Muscle growth slows down because muscle cells need protein to maintain growth.
· Alcohol extend the recovery (extreme soreness) time after a work-out, because it cause inflammation of the muscles.
Ø Less efficient and weaker muscles are caused by heat loss from heavy drinking.
Ø Drinking a lot will actually cause the muscle cells to die
· The up take of vitamins and minerals becomes harder because alcohol slows down the process. Resulting in a vitamin deficiency.
· Fat loss will not be effective with alcohol because it is not calorie free.
After a drinking session your throbbing headache or hangover the next day will tell you that you consumed too much alcohol. What it will not tell you is the emotional damage that you have caused to loves ones and yourself.
Alcohol also messes with your blood sugar readings and it becomes harder to read the diabetic signs and symptoms.
If you are serious about your health and you want to perform at your peak in everyday tasks it is best stay clear of alcohol
PS. 16/05/10 My friend Bob has provided us with a link that sometimes a diabetic might appear intoxicated – http://www.diabetesmonitor.com/diet-and-lifestyle/alcohol-consumption-guidelines.htm
Reading a recent post over at Diabetics Daily about Omelet’s. I realized the ideas and recipes that was share is pure gold. Omelet’s are always a great meal and I would like to share some of their creations with you.
Larry007 – I just made a green and red cabbage omelet with zuchini, mushrooms and onions with pepper jack cheese. Yum Yum. I also use a lot of spinach and mushrooms in omelets. I can stay full for three to four hours after one of these with no carb spike
furball64801 – Cool Larry zuchini sounds good in an omelete. Me were sorta bland I guess I use them green peppers and cheese a lot.
jeanne wagner – It took me years to learn to make a good omlette. I now cook the onions, tomatoes, spinach and meat in a separate pan and add them after the eggs set up. i’ve never tried cabbage but that sounds good. Lately I’ve been using those bags of broccoli slaw in everything, espedially in eggs. I love mushroom, cheese and salsa in my omlettes.
BabeDumplin – I love omelets…red, yellow, orange, green peppers, green onions, cheese, mushrooms, chicken or turkey (very lil) salsa, hot sauce. Spinach sometimes.
Larry007 – Another thing I do when cooking with spinach is set it aside and soak up all the juice it leaks out. That way your omelet isn’t too runny with spinach drippings. I do the same thing as Jeanne. sometimes I just do a giant scramble but I love to use some finesse sometimes and make something worthy of a fine restaurant.
lizzy08 – mmm, omelettes. Good idea for breakfast tomorrow! My favorite is sharp cheddar, pickled jalapenos and onions.
kraftypixie – I don’t usually make them at home, so they are a treat when I go out to eat. I like chicken, avocado & cheese, or bacon, tomato, onion, spinach & cheese. I love to top them with sour cream. Mmmmm…
colliemom – Dep;ends on my mood — often use left over roasted veggies from dinner and some cheese mixes – sometimes I want something sweet — add some DaVinci flavor to eggs and waldon farm spread in center for a “jelly” opmlete — sometimes I like Swiss cheese in the center and salsa on top – oh there are so many ways — today I mixed some sour cream into the eggs – the center was pepperjack cheese and salsa on top
Facing it – Wow! that sounds like a very special omelet – how many eggs did you crack into that?
my favourite omelet is spinach hearts with a little green onion cooked in butter or olive oil, then add 1 egg, I find it much easier to scramble the egg if I am making it for myself only.
I might use to use asparagus tips, but where I live 1 bunch asparagus = 10 bunches spinach pricewise. All the outer spinach leaves to make some thing with. I nearly always separate a bunch of spinach into stems, leaves and inner leaves. And cook them separately, even use them raw
The above ideas are going to provide me with many new meals for the next couple of weeks. If you have more ideas about omelets, Please Send it!
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Dr. Martha Belury author of the study and a professor of nutrition at Ohio State University in Columbus. Her study, about the effects of certain kinds of fat (linoleic acid (CLA) or safflower oil) on obese woman. Her study that included 35 older women had the following results.
Eating certain kinds of fats may actually help obese women with diabetes trim some body fat
Using supplements containing these to fats, led to healthy changes in body composition over four months
Linoleic Acid (CLA)
With CLA, the women saw a dip in body mass index (BMI)
CLA is an unsaturated fatty acid found in beef, lamb and dairy products
Safflower Oil
With safflower oil, the women’s BMI did not change, but they typically shed a couple pounds of fat from the trunk area
they also showed improvements in their blood sugar levels, which signals better diabetes control
Safflower oil is rich in omega-6 polyunsaturated fats
Dr Belury recommends the following.
“Don’t get rid of the healthy fats in your diet when you get rid of the bad ones”
Overweight women with diabetes use CLA or safflower oil supplements
Obese woman should fit more polyunsaturated fats into their diet
Dr Belury also says more study is needed with regards to,
CLA affects enzymes involved in body-fat storage
potential effects on diabetes
CLA did not affect blood-sugar control in this study
previous study of diabetic adults found that CLA actually raised blood-sugar levels
When you are following a diabetic diet plan this does go a bit against the grain
B12 Deficiency
Use of metformin (brand names include Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Fortamet, Riomet, and Glumetza) may inhibit your B12 absorption, especially at higher doses
Signs to look for:
1. Fatigue, lack of energy, muscle weakness, tingling in your extremities
2. Mental fogginess or problems with your memory, trouble sleeping
3. Mood swings, especially feelings of apathy or lack of motivation
Symptoms of long-term, chronic B12 deficiency can include:
depression
dementia and Alzheimer’s
anemia
neurological and neuropsychiatric conditions
female fertility and childbearing problems
heart disease and cancer
Other effects are
proper food digestion and absorption
healthy nervous system function
formation of red blood cells
proper circulation
healthy immune system function
mood regulation
mental clarity, concentration, memory function
If you’re over 50 or a vegan/vegetarian, your chances of being vitamin B12 deficient are higher than average
B12 is present in natural form in chicken, beef, pork, eggs, milk, seafood. Read more……
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