MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'diabetes diet'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:02:39 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968761&cid=t_121809_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FT0Ftzoyx8Z8%2F As soda and potato chips spread through the world, so does diabetes. An international study published today in The Lancet found that as of 2008, 347 million adults have diabetes; far more than previously thought (other studies have placed estimates around 285 million), and more than double the number of adults with diabetes in 1980. The study, which was funded by the World Health Organization and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, also found that average blood pressure and cholesterol levels actually dropped during the same time period, things that researchers say would actually be much easier to manage than diabetes. In 1980, data indicates that 153 million adults had diabetes; today’s numbers indicate a global epidemic. While they attribute 70% of the rise in diabetes rates to ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968761 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 15:33:31 +0100 4968761 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872236&cid=t_121809_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fdiabetes-drug%2F A recent announcement by Pharmaceutical giant  Roche that they will launch their new diabetic drug Taspoglutide is supposed to be their blockbuster move. Another diabetic drug?Does this one do anything different for us than the others on the market? Actually, no it doesn’t, and what we need to look at, is the fact that there is yet another diabetic drug on the market in the first place. Is this really going to help us? Something else that will manage our diabetes. Do we really think that the pharmaceutical companies are out to make us better, or does it make more sense that if they just make us well enough to keep taking their medication for the rest of our lives,it will be better to line their pockets. We need to start thinking about the causes for our illnesses, to look to the root o... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872236 Fri, 27 May 2011 18:26:07 +0100 4872236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872241&cid=t_121809_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fsalt-can%25e2%2580%2599t%2F The Center for Disease Control and Prevention says that even though Americans should only be eating one teaspoon of salt a day, only one of ten of us actually keep to those guidelines. Those at risk are supposed to have even less, 2/3 of a teaspoon, and oddly enough, even less of them, one out of 18, keep to that goal. An article published in the Wall Street Journal highlights the struggles of us as Americans to limit the salt in our diet. It’s all been layed out. Too much salt causes hypertension, high blood pressure, edema, swelling, heart problems, osteoporosis and even death. Some places like New York City have taken it into even higher consideration, asking that restaurants cut out the salt in many of their recipes, to help New Yorkers, as a whole, eat less salt. And that’s not s... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872241 Fri, 27 May 2011 15:15:28 +0100 4872241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4565898&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F03%2Fmediterranean-diet-metabolic-syndrome-more-good-news-for-the-mediterranean-diet-preventing-diabetes.html This study adds to the growing body of evidence backing up the Mediterranean region’s eating style, which is also linked to a lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, as well as improved mental health. Don’t get turned off by the term “diet” since the Mediterranean diet is really more a style of (tasty!) eating that focuses on produce, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, lean protein, healthy fats from olives and olive oil, moderate amounts of alcohol, and limited amounts of red meat. So celebrate national nutrition month by taking a cue from the Greeks and fill your cart with lots of colorful fruits, veggies, lean protein, some nuts, and maybe even a bottle of red vino. (Now, that’s a diet we can all live with it!) Bonus: Take a quick walk after dinner. —Nicole Sa... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4565898 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:43:46 +0100 4565898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4337940&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fconsider-medical-conditions-before-jumping-on-the-new-years-resolution-diet-and-exercise-bandwagon%2F2011.01.11 The first week of January was full of news reports of giving advice on your new diet and exercise program to help you lose the weight you’ve always wanted to. In a previous post and video I talk about some do’s and don’ts when planning for your weight loss New Year’s resolution. In the video below, I talk about some medical issues to keep in mind before starting your program. For example, do you have a family history of medical problems like high blood pressure or diabetes? If so, you may want to schedule an appointment with your personal physician before jumping on the diet and exercise bandwagon. If you find this video helpful, I invite you to check out other TV interviews at MikeSevilla.TV. Enjoy! *This blog post was originally published at Doctor Ano... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4337940 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 20:00:00 +0100 4337940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214098&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F11%2Finstitute-of-medicine-raises-recommended-levels-of-vitamin-dbut-says-deficiency-is-uncommon.html The Institute of Medicine today increased the recommended levels of vitamin D, but challenged the notion that there’s widespread deficiency of the vitamin, or of the mineral calcium. And while it confirmed that both nutrients are vital in promoting bone health, it said that the other purported benefits of vitamin D—including prevention of certain cancers and autoimmune, infectious, and cardiovascular diseases—are still unproven.The IOM report acknowledged that the previous Daily Reference Intake for vitamin D—200 international units (IU) for most adults and 600 IU for adults over 70—was far too low. The new recommendation of 600 IU for most adults and 800 for adults over 70 is much closer to what we’ve recommended for years. But after reviewing nearly 1,000 studies and taki... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214098 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:46:00 +0100 4214098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4207384&cid=t_121809_117_f&fid=34696&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.straightfromthedoc.com%2F38647165%2Fdiabetes_and_low_glycemic_indexdiet.php © clayirvingPeople with diabetes and those aiming for weight loss are advised to stick to a high-protein, low glycemic index-diet. However, diet researchers recently reported that low glycemic index (GI) can get confusing to some people. The LA Times reported: The glycemic index refers to how fast carbohydrates are broken down in the body. Those that are broken down rapidly tend to cause spikes in blood sugar that may alter hormones and increase feelings of hunger. Low-glycemic-index foods, that break down slower, ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc) Straightfromthedoc blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4207384 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:24:08 +0100 4207384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4118914&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F10%2Fsoda-drinkers-beware-you-may-be-consuming-more-fructose-than-you-thought.html Some soft drinks may contain a higher percentage of fructose than previously thought, according to a new study published online in the journal Obesity. That’s a big deal, the authors say, because there is evidence showing that fructose, when consumed in excess, may have a more pronounced negative impact on metabolic health and weight gain than glucose. The researchers, who call their findings exploratory due to their limited sample and use of a single lab, discovered that some fountain sodas from fast-food chains had more sugar overall than their labels specified. And nearly all of the soft drinks had a higher proportion of fructose than industry and government sources have suggested.Scientists have noted that the current obesity epidemic has occurred in step with the explosion of high-f... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4118914 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 22:09:21 +0100 4118914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3972912&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F09%2Fcarb-coma-at-the-nations-health-research-epicenter-national-library-of-medicine-ahcjnlm.html At the end of day 2 at the health-journalism fellowship I’m attending at the National Library of Medicine in Bethesda, I am again wowed by the amazing breadth of information these guys put out—with sometimes as few as three people working on a website. I’ve been struck by how the enthusiastic staff tries to anticipate the needs of the people using each information resource, whether it’s a concerned dog owner looking up toxic pet products or the parents of a newborn with triple X syndrome in need of guidance and advice. Lest you think this is a puff post, though, I’ve also been struck by how utterly unhealthfully I’ve eaten since I arrived at this most esteemed of health-research institutions. In the building cafeteria yesterday morning, I couldn’t find skim milk to put in m... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3972912 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:32:08 +0100 3972912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3959918&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fguess-what-were-all-fatter-than-we-think-we-are%2F photo: Thinkstock Hey, fatty! A recent study shows that many Americans underestimate how overweight they actually are. In a survey, 30% of overweight people said that their BMIs were in the normal weight range; 70% of obese people said they were overweight; and 60% of morbidly obese people claimed they were just obese. If people actually knew just how overweight they were, would it motivate them to lose weight? via Chemical Free Skinny Post from: BlissTree Guess What? We're All Fatter Than We Think We Are (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3959918 Sat, 11 Sep 2010 14:24:52 +0100 3959918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3913120&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdiabetes-and-precision-carb-guessing%2F2010.08.28 I keep measuring cups in my purse so that I can measure out my dinners out to be exact. I keep a small food scale in the glove compartment of my car so I am never guessing how many ounces a certain item might be. And I have the Calorie King booklet in my pocket at all times, so that I’m never left guessing. I even sewed pockets into all my clothes, just to bring the booklet around. (The previous paragraph is filled with lies. Big, fat ones.) I wish I was a precision carb counter. I wish I had the patience for it, always either eating pre-packaged and factory-analyzed foods or spending my time carefully measuring and weighing any home cooked adventures. But I am not a precision carb counter. I’m a precision carb guesser. (more…) *This blog post was originally... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3913120 Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:00:00 +0100 3913120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3911694&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F08%2Ftype-2-diabetes-preventing-diabetes-yet-another-reason-to-love-those-leafy-greens.html  It's not easy eating greens...or so you might think from dietary surveys, which consistently show that Americans don't eat enough green leafy vegetables, let alone fruits and vegetables in general. But there's good reason to be keen on greens, as they are excellent sources of vitamin C and other antioxidants that have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, cancer, and other illnesses. And many people also think they taste pretty great. Now, a new review of studies suggests another reason to eat your greens: a lower risk of type 2 diabetes. The main purpose of this review was to look at how fruit and vegetable intake in general might affect the risk of diabetes. After conducting an extensive search for studies, the researchers pooled the results of six trials that met t... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3911694 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:53:33 +0100 3911694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3772233&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F07%2Flose-weight-with-a-little-help-from-your-friends.html The problem is clear: 1 in 3 Americans are classified as obese. In theory the solution is simple – eat less and exercise more. But in practice it’s extremely difficult to lose weight and keep it off with lifestyle changes. Even weight-loss drugs tend to have fairly modest benefits. Some doctors think the environment we live in plays a part in making it so difficult to maintain a healthy weight. If energy-dense foods and sugary drinks are inexpensive and easily available, it’s hardly surprising that we consume them more than we should. Getting group support seems to be one way of making it easier to stick to a diet and exercise plan. Research looking at 250 Australia women found that just four group sessions over a year, plus telephone reminders, helped them avoid puttin... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3772233 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0100 3772233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3690807&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F7-ways-that-germs-can-be-good-for-you-and-why-you-should-think-twice-before-taking-antibiotics%2F Germs, especially bacteria, have a fairly tarnished reputation among health circles, but according to Martin Blaser, chairman of the department of medicine at New York University Medical School, we might actually need more of them. The former president of the Infectious Disease Society of America says that our use of antibiotics and antibacterial products has reduced the number of healthy bacteria in our digestive tracts, changing our digestion and contributing to the rise in obesity. According to an article from Forbes.com, he’s not the only one who thinks that bacteria could be a good thing: They’ve compiled a list of ways that germs can actually be good for you, backed up by research from several scientists: 1. Controlling Weight – According to research from Cornell Univer... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3690807 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:57:12 +0100 3690807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3687095&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F06%2Fwhite-rice-is-nice-but-brown-may-be-better-for-diabetes-risk-.html  I had a "Eureka!" moment in the frozen foods aisle recently. I was digging through the permafrost for a bag of peas when I discovered a previously unknown (to me) variety of frozen food—precooked organic brown rice! Having recently found I really like the taste of this healthy whole grain, I was thrilled—particularly since I rarely think far enough ahead at dinnertime to allow for the 40 to 50 minutes of cooking time it requires. With the frozen variety, after three minutes in the microwave I have fluffy brown rice that's packed with flavor, fiber, and nutrients. Yippee. I was feeling extra smug about my rice discovery this week after reading new research highlighting a little-studied possible health benefit of eating brown rice: a lower risk of type 2 diabetes... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3687095 Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:00:00 +0100 3687095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3635746&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fis-red-meat-hazardous-to-your-health%2F2010.06.06 Red meat consumption has been linked to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and several types of cancer (breast, colorectal, stomach, bladder, prostate, and lymphoma). There are plausible mechanisms: Meat is a source of carcinogens, iron that may increase oxidative damage, and saturated fat. But correlation and plausibility are not enough to establish causation. Is red meat really dangerous? If so, how great is the risk? A couple of recent studies have tried to shed light on these questions, but they have raised more questions than they have answered. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Science-Based Medicine* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3635746 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:00:39 +0100 3635746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3585601&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F05%2Fqa-drowsiness-after-eating.html I get extremely tired after eating. Could that signal something dangerous? —H.C., by e-mail Probably not. It’s more likely that the drowsiness comes from eating foods or meals that are high in calories, high in simple carbohydrates such as sugar, or both. Ingesting a lot of calories causes the body to slow down multiple systems, including the brain, to divert extra blood to the digestive system. The shift in resources can leave you feeling lethargic. And in some people, notably those with prediabetes, eating a large amount of sugar causes blood glucose levels to spike and subsequently crash, causing fatigue. In those cases, eating smaller and more frequent meals, limiting sugar intake, or both should help you feel more energized. If the changes don’t help, you might ask your doct... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3585601 Fri, 21 May 2010 10:00:00 +0100 3585601 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3585603&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F05%2Fprocessed-meat-risks-sausage-linked-to-heart-disease-diabetes-risk.html I’d sooner give up chocolate before giving up bacon. So when I heard about the study this week that links eating processed meats—including bacon, salami, hot dogs, and sausage—to an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes, I thought "not another ‘meat will kill you’ study." But this was a huge study—a meta-analysis published online on May 17 ahead of print in the journal Circulation in which researchers delved into a total of 1,598 studies from around the world and compared the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes from eating processed meat to unprocessed red meat. They settled on 20 studies that met their criteria for final analysis and they found that just under two ounces (1.8 oz) of processed meat a day was associated with increasing heart disease ri... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3585603 Thu, 20 May 2010 19:18:12 +0100 3585603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3570020&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FPV7CtIB5bO0%2Fwhat-does-low-carb-actually-mean.php As I have posted before, coming up with new, delicious and healthy recipes and writing a cooking blog on a diabetes website is a challenge.  There is no specific diet for people with diabetes.  Some of us eat carbs, some stick to low carbs, and some eat hardly any carbs at all.  What may be low carb for me might be way too many carbs for somebody else. That being said, what does "low carb" actually mean?  How many grams of carbohydrate does a food have to be to be considered "low carb"?  For me, I would say that a whole meal at 25g or less of carbohydrates is considered "low carb".    I understand that others are on the Bernstein diet of 30g of carbohydrates a day, and obviously my way of thinking doesn't fall into his philosophy.  But I also kn... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3570020 Mon, 17 May 2010 03:01:00 +0100 3570020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3566615&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F05%2Fhow-to-feel-better-without-taking-drugs-natural-remedies-for-heart-health-.html Did you know that watching your weight and exercising can be as effective as taking one or two drugs to lower your blood pressure? So says Mark Houston, M.D., an associate clinical professor of medicine at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn. In one clinical trial, for example, 40 percent of the people who started a six-month walking program lowered their systolic blood pressure reading into the normal range. And the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet—which is high in fruits, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products, and low in sodium—can drop blood pressure as much as prescription drugs. Here are other ways that exercise and watching what you eat can help your heart: LDL "bad" cholesterol. Many people know they should avoid trans fats, saturated fat, ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3566615 Fri, 14 May 2010 18:25:40 +0100 3566615 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3560420&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F05%2Fdiabetes-rationing-my-carb-bucks.html Today’s topic for Diabetes Blog Week: To Carb or Not to Carb. “Let’s talk about what we eat. And perhaps what we don’t eat. Some believe a low-carb diet is important in diabetes management, while others believe carbs are fine as long as they are counted and bolused for. Which [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3560420 Thu, 13 May 2010 13:00:03 +0100 3560420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3534042&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F05%2Ffive-foods-to-consider.html I don’t write much about food choices. But believe me, as a person with diabetes (and gluten intolerance), I struggle with them all the time. We PWDs are used to hearing the “generic” nutritional suggestions from our dietitians and CDEs: don’t eat too much sugar, eat lots of veggies, drink water, etc. But what about [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3534042 Wed, 05 May 2010 13:00:32 +0100 3534042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3526742&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhealth-and-life-insurance-companies-invested-in-fast-food%2F2010.05.03 A new article published in the American Journal of Public Health shows that U.S., Canadian, and European insurance firms hold $1.88 billion of investments in fast food companies like Jack in the Box, McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s/Arby’s Groups. Both health insurers and life insurers have substantial holdings in these companies. A person just needs to read “Fast Food Nation” or watch the documentary “Food, Inc.” to understand the negative impact of processed foods on the health of our country. The evidence is so compelling that the new health reform legislation is requiring fast food and chain restaurants to disclose calorie counts on their menus. Ironically, the new legislation will also add millions of customers to the health insurers. (mo... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3526742 Mon, 03 May 2010 14:00:00 +0100 3526742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3524109&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhealthy-active-kids-come-from-healthy-active-adults%2F2010.05.02 Kids are like dogs — you can train them until they’re too old to train. Then they’re going to do whatever they want. The key to getting kids to exercise is to make it fun for them. But they aren’t going to exercise if it isn’t made a part of their normal routine. It’s up to adults to train them. Mrs. Happy and I had the joyous opportunity of inviting our 10-year-old niece to her first-ever running event. She had never ever run in a race before. We did the two-mile race and she loved it. And amazingly, she finished without stopping — not even once. Our nation is raising a nation of fat and lazy kids because we’re lazy adults. We drive everywhere. We sit at our desks. We get food on the run. We watch a lot of television. We surf the Net a bunch... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3524109 Sun, 02 May 2010 16:00:00 +0100 3524109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3524113&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Famerican-obesity-and-sugar-sweetened-beverages%2F2010.05.01 We are a nation stricken with an epidemic of obesity, which contributes to the incidence of diabetes and heart disease. Each of these has been linked to consumption of sugar intake, and in particular, sugar-sweetened beverages. There’s nothing evil about sugar — it’s just that too much of it in certain forms is bad for you. For the purpose of definition, sugar-sweetened beverages contain added, naturally-derived caloric sweeteners such as sucrose (table sugar), high-fructose corn syrup, or fruit juice concentrates. (more…) This post, American Obesity And Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, was originally published on Healthine.com by Paul S Auerbach M.D., M.S.. (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3524113 Sat, 01 May 2010 22:00:00 +0100 3524113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3515569&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fmastering-those-carb-guessing-skills.html I loved D-psychologist Jessica Bernstein’s assertion that aiming to control your blood glucose levels with diabetes is a lesson in frustration. Rather, the best we can hope for is to influence our BG “by combining enough insulin and exercise to burn the sugar,” she says. Right on, Jessica! — which is I’ll talk about [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3515569 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:00:33 +0100 3515569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3511537&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F04%2Fmajor-food-companies-commit-to-cutting-salt-national-salt-reduction-initiative-cutting-salt-intake.html If you’re concerned about the amount of salt in some of the packaged and restaurant foods you eat, 16 food companies are working to lessen your concern—and your sodium intake. This week companies including Boar’s Head, Heinz, FreshDirect, Subway®, and Starbucks joined efforts with the National Salt Reduction Initiative (NSRI). NSRI is a partnership of more than 45 cities, states, and national health organizations committed to reducing the amount of salt in packaged and restaurant food by 25 percent gradually over the next five years. As part of the initiative, the companies will not only cut sodium in their foods, but plan to develop healthier options as well. For example, FreshDirect plans to work with chefs and nutritionists to develop microwavable Smart & Simple 4-Minute-Me... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3511537 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:41:22 +0100 3511537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3499067&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F04%2Ftoo-much-sugar-may-lead-to-heart-disease-diabetes-obesity-diet-health-food.html It’s no surprise that more sugar in your diet can lead to weight gain—which can lead to other health issues such and obesity, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. But a study published in the April 21 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association found that consuming more added sugar itself (as opposed to sugar naturally present in foods like fruit and milk) may actually increase the risk of heart disease as well.Americans consume more and more of their calories from added sugar, according to the researchers. Adults in the study consumed on average about 16 percent of their daily calories from added sugars. That’s up from just over 10 percent in the late 1970s, and far more than the American Heart Association’s recent recommendation of no more than 5 percent of total calo... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3499067 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:33:42 +0100 3499067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479667&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F04%2Fmediterranean-diet-helps-prevent-alzheimers-disease-and-dementia-mangia-its-for-your-mind.html Do you know, I never tasted olive oil until I was in college? Up until then, oil was the flavorless, colorless fluid in big plastic jugs, reserved for cooking. Margarine was the spread I was most familiar with, and shortening was used for both baking and deep frying. But olive oil? It wasn’t until I moved to one of the most Mediterranean-centric areas of the country that I first met, then fell in love with that glorious golden-green elixir. And it wasn’t just the oil, either, it was all those beautiful, bountiful, platters I encountered, with vegetables and seasonings with exotic-sounding names for my Midwestern ears. Bruschetta. Pesto. Arugula. Fra Diavolo. A lot has changed in the American diet since I first fell in love with olive oil. The Mediterranean way of eating has sort of c... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479667 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 22:00:00 +0100 3479667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3471779&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F04%2Fexercise-for-life.html "I can’t help my weight—it’s my genes." "I don’t have time to exercise." "I hate going to the gym and getting sweaty." If that sounds familiar, listen up. Yes, genes can affect your chances of putting on weight, but getting regular exercise can actually limit the amount of weight you gain in adolescence. And building exercise into your day, simply by walking faster, can protect you from having a stroke in later life. Two studies published in the last week highlight the protective effects of exercise. The first looked at teenagers who had a gene variation known to be associated with obesity. In effect, the genetic variation means these teens are programmed to eat more than their bodies need. You might think these kids didn’t have a chance of staying... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3471779 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:00:00 +0100 3471779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3463860&cid=t_121809_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FJaZrlnZOQB4%2F Rise and shine. Another day is under way and who knows what it will bring? Perhaps opportunity will knock. Certainly, there is much to do. So grab a cup of something stimulating, or a water bottle if you prefer, and embrace the moment. To help you along, here are a few items of interest. Have a great day, everyone, and stay in touch… Roche Denies Plans To Leave The UK (Dow Jones) Obesity Drugs Await FDA Approval (The Wall Street Journal) Roche Buys Insulin Pump Maker (Reuters) Gilead Starts Late-Stage Test Of 4-In-1 HIV Drug (Associated Press) Bayer Stock Rises On Novartis Bid Rumor (Reuters) Novartis’ Gilena Slashes MS Relapse Rate (PharmaTimes) Wockhardt Looks Wobbly (Financial Express) (Source: Pharmalot) Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3463860 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:11 +0100 3463860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3443939&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FAVxu1cU3w5M%2Fa-seven-day-meal-plan-with-diabetes.php One of the biggest problems that I had when I was first diagnosed with diabetes was "What should I eat?".  It's a question that I struggled with, as I am sure that most of you do as well.  It's tough to make sure that your diet is "diabetes friendly", let alone economical and delicious.  I believe that I answered that void here in our new cookbook: A 7 Day Meal Plan with Diabetes.Here, you'll find a weeks worth of recipes, tips, and lists of healthy, delicious, and easy to make recipes that your whole family will love.  These are my core recipes; the ones I make day in and day out, so I know that they're good.  It is my sincere hope that you love them as much as we do.  Another great thing about our meal plan is that you'll find full nutritional data for each ... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3443939 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 03:04:57 +0100 3443939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3420704&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fbasalbolus-mix-and-match.html I just knew that working with expert CDE Gary Scheiner was going to be eye-opening. After all, I’ve barely touched the settings on my pump since I started using it three years ago. What a sense of empowerment to start altering so many Pump Settings — which have frankly intimidated the heck out of me until [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3420704 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:00:43 +0100 3420704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3411095&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F03%2Ffor-the-weekend-whole-grains-for-better-health-quinoa-recipe-diabetes-heart-disease-asthma-arthritis.html Growing up, I could not get excited about whole grains (except perhaps for an occasional oatmeal cookie). The rice on our dinner table was white, as was the bread in my lunch box. Apparently, I was not alone. A U.S. Department of Agriculture survey from 2007 found that only 7 percent of Americans eat the recommended 3 ounces a day.These days I enjoy eating and cooking with various whole grains, and quite often prefer their nutty, toasted flavors to refined grains. The health benefits only add to their appeal. They’re rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. The process of refining grains removes most of those nutrients, and while enrichment may return some vitamins and minerals, it doesn’t add back the fiber or disease-fighting phytochemicals.Eating more whole grains is ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3411095 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3411095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3398901&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F03%2Feating-right-tips-for-diabetics-diabetes-diet-doesnt-have-to-mean-giving-up-sweets.html People with diabetes may be told by friends, family, and even some health-care providers that they have to give up sweets or other types of food. But "there's no food that's a can't-ever-have," says Deborah Fillman, R.D., a certified diabetes educator and registered dietitian in Owensboro, Ky. And you don't have to follow a one-size-fits-all "diabetes diet" that is overly restrictive or that looks radically different from what other people eat, she says. Our survey of 5,012 people with type 2 diabetes confirms that. It suggests that the most important dietary strategy for managing diabetes isn't limiting sugar or counting carbs but simply eating less. The two habits that separated successful survey respondents from unsuccessful ones were cutting ca... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3398901 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 18:46:39 +0100 3398901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3385345&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F03%2Fpepsi-pulls-sugary-beverages-from-schools-tackling-childhood-obesity-.html Concerned parents: If you’re unhappy about sugary beverages in your child’s school, Pepsi is listening. The soda company announced this week it plans to phase out all "full-calorie beverages" from schools around the world, starting January 1, 2011. We applaud Pepsi’s efforts, and think it’s a step in the right direction in tackling the rising childhood obesity rates. Coca Cola recently took a more watered-down approach, planning to end the sale of beverages in primary schools. Still, the company said it will make the beverages available if requested to do so by parents or school authorities "to meet hydration needs." And the beverages will still be available in high schools. With the Pepsi initiative, schools for younger kids would get only bottled water, juic... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3385345 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:00:10 +0100 3385345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3326973&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F03%2Fextra-phys-ed-equals-fitter-leaner-kids-childhood-obesity.html Nobody needs reminding about the scary rise in children classified as overweight or obese. Even the First Lady is in on the act. The question is, what do we do about it? It's unlikely that there's just one single answer. It's a problem that goes across all aspects of our lifestyles, ranging from whether there's safe space outside for children to play, to whether moms and dads have the time and money to cook healthful meals. But schools are a good place to start when you're looking at children's health. A study from Switzerland looks at the impact of two extra sessions of physical education a week on the fitness and body fat of children ages 7 and 11. Swiss kids get a legal minimum of three sessions of physical education a week. For the nine-month study, this was ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3326973 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:59:46 +0100 3326973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3290806&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F02%2Fhealth-benefits-of-beans-learn-to-love-beans-for-hearthealthy-folate-and-fiber.html Louis Armstrong is said to have loved red beans and rice so much that he ended some of his personal letters with "Red beans and ricely yours." Perhaps beans aren't as near and dear to your heart as they were for this jazz great, but your heart would thank you for sprinkling more of them into your meals. Beans of all varieties provide healthy amounts of folate, an essential nutrient that helps protect against heart disease, and they are a simple and inexpensive way to get more fiber. And if you’re diabetic, the fiber levels and low glycemic index of beans can help you maintain normal blood glucose levels and a healthy body weight. Whether canned or dried, beans are packed with protein with very little fat and no cholesterol, so they make a great substitute for meat and da... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3290806 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0100 3290806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3283528&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F02%2Fthree-household-habits-may-help-trim-childhood-obesity.html With last week's launch of the Let’s Move campaign, First Lady Michelle Obama issued a call to community leaders, teachers, health professionals, and families to tackle childhood obesity. With 1 in 3 kids now overweight or obese, this is a serious national health issue with no easy solution. However, small steps—such as cutting down on sodas, chips, and other calorie-dense foods—can make a real difference for individual kids. So, too, might the simple act of gathering the family for the evening meal. A new study has found that a trio of basic household routines—having dinner as a family, limiting TV time, and making sure kids get enough sleep—may substantially lower the risk of obesity for young children. The study included 8,550 4-year-olds who were part of a broader stud... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3283528 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:31:47 +0100 3283528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3254448&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F02%2Fis-tight-control-of-type-2-diabetes-too-risky.html If you have type 2 diabetes, some things are certain: You have too much sugar in your blood Over time this can damage your blood vessels and lead to serious problems, such as kidney failure, vision loss, heart attacks, and strokes Diabetes treatment aims to prevent these problems by lowering your blood sugar to a healthier level. But how low should your blood sugar go? This is not so certain. For years, experts have recommended lowering blood sugar to as close to normal as possible (this is called tight control). But recent research has cast doubt on this approach, including a new study showing that lowering blood sugar to near-normal levels may actually increase the risk of an earlier death. For the study, researchers used a UK database to compile information on nearly 48,000... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3254448 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:23:18 +0100 3254448 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3251345&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F2rFL18R76Gk%2Fhow-many-carbohydrates-do-you-eat-in-a-day.php We've got such a diverse group of people who read Simply Cooking and who are on Diabetes Daily.  I'm just curious to see how many carbohydrates we eat as a group.I'll be honest, right now I'm going through a bit of a transition in my diet.  I'm weaning Leah, which is difficult since she's 15 months old.  With that in mind, I can't eat the same amount of carbs that I have been and maintain my current blood sugar levels.  Not only will I certainly have some adjustments in my insulin levels at my next endocrinologist appointment, but I'm going to be eating way less carbs in my day to day diet.I think that keeping it to 25-45g per meal will keep me healthy right now.  How many do you eat on average in a day?  (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3251345 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3251345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3189141&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F01%2Fweight-loss-obesity-rates-still-high-but-perhaps-not-on-the-rise-best-treatments-for-obesity-.html In America's battle against obesity, good news has been rather slim. But a new report offers a hint of hope —albeit amid figures confirming that 1 in 3 adults are now obese. The report comes from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Started in 1960, NHANES regularly surveys thousands of Americans to track trends in health, diet, and nutrition, with new statistics published every couple of years. The survey has measured people's weight and height since its launch, allowing researchers to calculate and compare Americans' body mass index (BMI) over time. (Your BMI is a single number that's worked out from your height and weight. It indicates whether you are at a healthy weight, underweight, overweight, or obese.) Back in the 1960-1962 survey, an estimated 13... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3189141 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 20:17:10 +0100 3189141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3175822&cid=t_121809_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F01%2F15%2Fbritish-journal-of-healthcare-assistants-2009-vol-3-no-12%2F British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2009 (Vol. 3 No. 12) Title: Type 2 diabetes: why risk it? Skinny: Explores how to identify those adults at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Around 90% of new cases of type 2 diabetes are avoidable, and prevention is crucial. Article explains how to reduce risk factors such as obesity, inactivity and poor diet, emphasising the important role healthcare assistants play in educating patients. (Print subscription available in Fade Library) Posted in Adults, Diabetes, Diet, Journals, Obesity, Physical Activity Tagged: Healthcare Assistants, Obesity, Prevention, Risk Factors, Type 2 Diabetes (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3175822 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:07:20 +0100 3175822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3153582&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FkYlk0tdlW_c%2Fthe-impossible-diet.php It can be challenging to have a blog on healthy eating.  I regularly get a comment or an email about how something I'm writing about isn't healthy for people with diabetes, menopause, migraines, religious diets, etc.  Trust me when I say that I wish that there was one way to solve all of those issues.  But there simply isn't.It is just impossible to find a diet that is "one size fits all".  Things that work for me may not work for you.  Especially if you have another condition besides diabetes.  Or if you are type 1 or 2.  Insulin resistance plays a major factor in diet.  A perfect example of this is what I consider a very healthy breakfast: steel cut oatmeal with fresh berries and milk.  Of course if you are on a diet where you eat a restricted... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3153582 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3153582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3118868&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F12%2Frisk-of-diabetes-lower-for-coffee-and-tea-devotees.html If you're a dedicated coffee drinker, you now have grounds to savor your daily cups a bit more. A large review of studies has found that people who drink three to four cups of regular or decaf coffee a day have a substantially lower risk of type 2 diabetes than people who drink less. But tea drinkers needn't despair: They, too, have a reduced risk, the researchers say.  Rates of type 2 diabetes are climbing dramatically around the globe. By 2025 the number of people with the disease is expected to increase by 65 percent to 380 million people. Not surprisingly, a lot of research is being done to find ways to reduce people's risk. Some studies have found that those who drink lots of coffee or tea seem less likely to develop the disease. Researchers have now pooled the res... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3118868 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 15:00:00 +0100 3118868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3092692&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F12%2Fcar-wreck-risk-for-wellcontrolled-diabetes.html If you have diabetes, you’re doubtless well aware of the need to keep your blood sugar under tight control. Well-controlled blood sugar means less chance of life-threatening complications, like heart attacks and kidney failure, or serious health problems such as blindness and leg ulcers. But there may be a less welcome side to tight control of blood glucose. A study of Canadian drivers with diabetes found that those who had lower blood glucose levels over time (measured by the HbA1c blood test) were more likely to have been involved in a car wreck than those with higher levels. The increased risk is likely a result of people having episodes of very low blood sugar, called hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia can cause drowsiness, confusion, dizziness, and even loss of consciousness. T... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3092692 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:44:49 +0100 3092692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3079519&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Flast-day-to-share-your-pre-holiday-stories.html I realize that we haven’t hit Christmas yet this year. And Hanukkah begins tonight at sundown — so maybe you haven’t yet experienced your Best or Worst of the Holidays with Diabetes for this year. But we’re asking anyway: share a story for a chance to win! The DiabetesMine ‘Tis the Season! Survival Sweepstakes closes for [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3079519 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:27:56 +0100 3079519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3056823&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fits-the-holidays-lets-commiserate.html What? Nobody made annoying comments about your having pie at Thanksgiving last week? I find that hard to believe… I’m just sure that all of us with diabetes have some Holiday Season stories to share (good, bad, and ugly).  You have exactly one more week now to enter the DiabetesMine Holiday Survival Sweepstakes — share your [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3056823 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:56:03 +0100 3056823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3048296&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fwayback-wednesday-hypo-school.html I was chatting with diabetes investor / expert / friend Robert Oringer the other day, who has two teenage sons with Type 1 diabetes. “I’m obsessed with finding ways to prevent severe hypoglycemia,” he pronounced. I guess I knew this about him, but it reminded me of just how complex and scary blood sugar lows [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3048296 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:00:58 +0100 3048296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3039783&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F11%2Fhigh-fructose-corn-syrup-and-liver-damage-risks-of-high-fructose-corn-syrup-obesity-epidemic.html Is it true that high-fructose corn syrup can damage your liver? —D.S.M., Framingham, Mass.It’s unclear, though there are other good reasons for limiting your intake of the sweetener. Animal studies have found that consuming a lot of high-fructose corn syrup can damage the liver and contribute to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Whether fructose causes liver problems in humans hasn’t been well studied. But high intakes may indirectly harm the liver by increasing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and elevated blood levels of triglyceride fat, all of which in turn increase the risk of liver disease. A far clearer reason to limit your intake of high-fructose corn syrup is that it’s high in calories, has no nutritional value, and usually shows up in foods tha... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3039783 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:30:00 +0100 3039783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3026868&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fwayback-wednesday-are-you-holiday-ready.html Tomorrow is Thanksgiving: do you have D-plan in place?  On this note, and in keeping with this year’s Holiday Survival Stories Contest announced this week, I’m revisiting this little tongue-in-cheek pre-feast post from 2006 (still timely!) today: Are You Holiday-Ready? No, really.  Are you ready for the season of making merry by way of overeating and [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3026868 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:00:08 +0100 3026868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2999527&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F11%2Fwhat-your-walking-speed-can-tell-your-doctor.html Doctors are trained fortune-tellers of sorts. But instead of divining the future through tea leaves or Tarot cards, they look to our bodies for clues. If our blood pressure is high, they may warn of heart and circulation problems that could be down the road. Ditto for high cholesterol. But doctors can also draw upon subtler signs — even, for example, our walking speed. As odd as it may sound, studies show that healthy older adults who walk slowly are at higher risk of falls, disabilities, frequent hospital visits, and other health problems. And, according to a new study, slow walkers also have triple the chance of dying from heart disease, although the reasons aren't yet clear. The study included 3,208 seniors ages 65 to 85 in France. Each person's walking speed was clocked ove... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2999527 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0100 2999527 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2970206&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F11%2Fhigh-fructose-corn-syrup-health-risks-sugar-wars-industry-front-group-defends-high-fructose-corn-syr.html Big Corn is fighting it out with the Big Apple in ad wars. Last year, the Corn Refiners Association launched a series of ads defending the processed sweetener against its attackers. This year, The New York Department of Health and Mental Hygiene launched ads asking subway riders if they were "pouring on the pounds." The posters depict a bottle of soda, sports drink, or sweetened ice tea morphing into blobs of fat as it’s poured into a glass. Now, the deceptively named Center for Consumer Freedom is getting in on the food fight.The group—which according to SourceWatch was founded with tobacco industry funding and has been financed in the past by sweetened-beverage companies, including Coca-Cola, among other major food industry players—launched it’s own poster in New York a... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2970206 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:12:16 +0100 2970206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2916369&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fthe-case-for-real-chocolate.html Halloween is on its way, and of course, we PWDs are bracing ourselves for all that candy — in your face. It ain’t easy to resist, even if you’re not normally tempted, because suddenly there are the bowls-full of the stuff at home and work, at the mall and at the dentist’s office. Yipes! I noticed some [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2916369 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:18:24 +0100 2916369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2857406&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F10%2Fcreative-ways-to-eat-more-vegetables-cdc-report-on-recommended-servings-of-vegetables-.html Green beans. Spinach. Peas. Green beans. Spinach. Peas. We all know that vegetables are a staple of a   healthful diet, but getting them on your plate everyday can be a challenge—and eating the same ones day-in and day-out can be downright boring. We don’t always have the time, know-how, or budget to perk up a simple salad or side of broccoli. And it’s hurting us. According to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fruit and vegetable consumption is down. Only 27 percent of Americans get the recommended 3 or more servings of vegetables per day. A diet rich in colorful vegetables can help you live longer and fight heart disease, stroke, some types of cancer, and type 2 diabetes. Vegetables can keep you looking your best, too. Vitamin A in... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2857406 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:30:00 +0100 2857406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814407&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2009%2F09%2Fshould-sugarsweetened-beverages-be-taxed-tax-on-sodas-curbing-the-obesity-epidemic.html Not many people want to entertain the thought of new taxes during tough economic times (in truth, many of us don't like the idea in the best of times either). But a group of public health experts make a persuasive case for one in a recent issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. They recommend putting a tax on sodas, energy drinks, and other beverages with added sugar (diet drinks would be exempt). They argue that such a tax would help curtail Americans' consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks, while raising funds to promote good nutrition, and help cover health costs related to regularly imbibing these beverages. Americans' demand for sugary drinks has doubled in the last 30 years, and recent studies have linked consumption of these calorie-infused beverages to a higher ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814407 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:23:27 +0100 2814407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2762097&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fexercise-post.html A couple of weeks ago, Time magazine published an issue with an attention-grabbing headline: Why Exercise Won’t Make You Thin. Won’t make me thin? you ask. Then what the heck am I bothering huffing and puffing and sweating like mad on the treadmill? Good question, says the author, John Cloud. The theory, he writes, is that exercise [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2762097 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:50:16 +0100 2762097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2752107&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fhealth-diabetes-and-whine.html You can’t imagine how disappointed I was when I read the latest headlines last week claiming that red wine may not be so hot for your health after all. Funny, I mostly drink white myself, but it was so comforting to know that just one of life’s consumable guilty pleasures was actually “good for you.” In [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2752107 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:00:21 +0100 2752107 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730312&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F08%2Ften-things-i-should-do-more-often.html Darn it, it’s tough returning from vacation. Somehow you feel like your life is all loose ends, and man, are you behind on tying things up!  Diabetes sort of makes you feel that way all the time though, doesn’t it?  As I attempt to “un-bury” and get back into my “more responsible” routine, it occurred [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730312 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:00:17 +0100 2730312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2709087&cid=t_121809_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F08%2F18%2Farchives-of-internal-medicine-2009-vol-169-no-15%2F contents page Fade Fave: Healthy Living Is the Best Revenge: Findings From the European Prospective Investigation Into Cancer and Nutrition–Potsdam Study Fade Skinny:Aims to describe the reduction in relative risk of developing major chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer associated with 4 healthy lifestyle factors among German adults. Finds adhering to 4 simple healthy lifestyle factors can have a strong impact on the prevention of chronic diseases. (NHS Athens is required to access this article online) Posted in Access from Home, Access from Work, Access in the Library, Athens Password, Current Awareness, E-Journals Tagged: Athens Password, Cancer, Cardiovascular Diseases, Current Awareness, Diabetes, Diet, E-Journals, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Obesity, Phys... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2709087 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:00:40 +0100 2709087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2571110&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fd-tips-for-4th-of-july.html Happy Fourth of July Weekend, Everyone! In light of yesterday’s post, I felt I should offer some sort of assistance in dealing with the inevitable onslaught of food this holiday weekend. This information is adapted from a great piece by John Crowley, my co-host over at DiabeticConnect, and applies to just about any big-food holiday (aren’t [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2571110 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:00:32 +0100 2571110 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2571111&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F07%2Ffood-and-our-brains.html Our brains are obviously hard-wired to love food.  For many years, scientists have been trying to unravel the mystery of why we go all ga-ga over fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, for example.  If we could figure out — and even control — the neuroscience of appetite, just imagine what that would do for combating obesity, [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2571111 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:00:05 +0100 2571111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2453047&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F06%2Fdiabetes-makeover-report-a-little-hand-holding-goes-a-long-way.html When Melanie Imhoff submitted her entry to the New Year, New You Diabetes Makeover Contest held here in January, she described herself as a “52-year-old type 2 diabetic that has been overweight for many years.” She was on an insulin pump, but wanted to reduce her required doses, and be healthier overall. As a grandmother, [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2453047 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:00:13 +0100 2453047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442499&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F05%2Fcarbohydrate-how-much-or-not-to-munch.html My recent post about Carb Intake for Type 1 Diabetics was pretty critical of new research and of the ADA’s recommendations. Today, please enjoy a counterpoint view:   A Guest Post by Hope Warshaw, nutrition expert and CDE As a dietitian and diabetes educator for more years than I like to count, (however, not a person with [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442499 Fri, 29 May 2009 13:52:27 +0100 2442499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442417&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FiEm2He-VrZU%2Fdo-you-want-to-have-this-conversation.php I almost completely lost my temper at work today. It got so bad that I Twittered this phrase: is there diabetic immunity if you beat someone up for making a stupid diabetes comment? My work is sponsoring free ice cream once a week with rotating flavors. For as long as I can remember I have had a very specific favorite. I am so passionate about this combination that I included a picture... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442417 Thu, 28 May 2009 04:14:49 +0100 2442417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405951&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F05%2Fhow-many-carbs-for-type-1-diabetics.html If you have type 1 diabetes, you should be eating extremely low carb, right?  This keeps your insulin requirements to a minimum and assures the best possible blood sugar control, according to intuition and the personal experience of many PWDs.  But guess what? New research does not agree. Yesterday, diabetes nutrition expert Hope Warshaw sent me [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405951 Thu, 14 May 2009 13:00:05 +0100 2405951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2325194&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fenjoying-passover.html Is it weird to enjoy a holiday that’s focused on ten biblical plagues?  But the Jewish festival of Passover is (like so many Jewish holidays) commemorative — a celebration of redemption and hard-won freedom.  It celebrates the Jews’ ancient breakaway from slavery in Egypt, and today, it is a time for a special ceremonial [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2325194 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100 2325194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2284428&cid=t_121809_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fits-healthbolt-carnival-time-again-2%2F It’s time for the weekly Healthbolt Carnival read, so grab a coffee, get comfortable and start clicking. Just_Kelly from Choosing Losing! doesn’t hold back with her review of POM juice in this Product Review: The one where POM Wonderful slightly pisses off Kelly… Brain Blogger has a new look at the potental uses for Lithuim in s Lithium as a Neuroprotectant?. Joel Gray from Health Tips 101 has information on Summer Tea: Blackberry/ Raspberry Leaf Tea. Logan from Lose Over Weight offers 5 simple ways to reduce stress in Stress - HOWTO Manage It. Madeleine Begun Kane from Mad Kane’s Humor Blog entertains with Ode To Takeout (Song Parody to be sung to My Favorite Things), a poem originally written for And They Cook, Too: A Blogger Cookbook and fundraiser for Doctors ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2284428 Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:39:57 +0100 2284428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2222560&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fdiabetes-makeover-contest-and-the-winners-are.html Wow, and I thought picking winners for our Holiday Sweepstakes diabetes wisdom contest was difficult!  But for the NEW YEAR, NEW YOU Diabetes Makeover competition, what we ended up judging were people’s life stories — their hard luck and their struggles with diabetes and related health conditions.   How do you place comparative value on that?! Everyone [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2222560 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:00:24 +0100 2222560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2021669&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F1t4-nNXfS-M%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,626,333334,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Weight is an important issue with any diabetic, including those who get gestational diabetes. One source says, “Women diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) who gain more than the Institute of Medicine-recommended amount of weight are at increased risk for undesirable outcomes, including preterm delivery and cesarean delivery, research shows.” Research also showed that women who had gained weight had larger babies and needed medical help with controlling their blood sugars. Tags: blood-sugar, Diabetes, diabetic, larger babies, medical, pregnancy, pregnant women, therapyShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2021669 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 03:13:11 +0100 2021669 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2382473&cid=t_121809_107_f&fid=38577&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbiosingularity.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F10%2F23%2Fgreen-tea-may-delay-onset-of-type-1-diabetes%2F A powerful antioxidant in green tea may prevent or delay the onset of type 1 diabetes, Medical College of Georgia researchers say. Researchers were testing EGCG, green tea’s predominant antioxidant, in a laboratory mouse with type 1 diabetes and primary Sjogren’s syndrome, which damages moisture-producing glands, causing dry mouth and eyes. “Our study focused on Sjogren’s [...] (Source: Biosingularity) Biosingularity blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2382473 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:49:13 +0100 2382473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1876038&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fveta-vita-vegamin.html Every endo visit is an adventure, in my book.  Last week when I went in, proudly displaying my latest A1c result of 6.2 (!), the whole session turned out to be about my fiber intake and (nonexistent) vitamin regime.  Aaargh! Can’t a PWD rest on their laurels for just a day or two? First off, we [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1876038 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:14:10 +0100 1876038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1871077&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2Fwm8Uo7Gl_c0%2F Ok, so we know that weight loss will aid in treating type 2 diabetes. But would you ever guess that having surgery to lose weight would be preferred over a more “natural” weight loss. Preliminary research indicates that obese patients with type 2 diabetes who had gastric banding surgery lost more weight and had a higher likelihood of diabetes remission compared to patients who used conventional methods for weight loss and diabetes control. Why do you think that is? Is it because it is a much more rapid weight loss? The surgical group achieved an average 20.7 percent body weight loss at two years, compared with 1.7 percent among the conventional-therapy group, representing a loss of 62.5 percent of excess weight (using BMI of 25 as ideal weight) in the surgical group compared... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1871077 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 02:34:53 +0100 1871077 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1876039&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fpatients-people.html Why is it that some of life’s biggest “no-brainers” are often not obvious to the people they effect most? In this case I’m thinking of professionals in the healthcare industry, who talk about “patients” with a strange kind of distance, as if they themselves didn’t have health issues and need to see doctors sometimes [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1876039 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:15:02 +0100 1876039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852729&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FSoCZXUxlLPA%2F Weight lost this week- none Caffeine consumed: none Saccharin consumed: none Food choices:  A heck of a lot of yogurt and almond nut bars, also I ate several turkey sandwiches on whole grain bread and consumed many of apples. Lets see… dinner wise was just the above as I was at work almost every evening this week. The scale…. did not move, lol! Blood sugars were good- between 80-112. So a good week. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852729 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:39:43 +0100 1852729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1841200&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FacJZD1XAEkU%2F I have now been caffeine an saccharin free for almost 3 weeks. Wow!! The caffeine thing is kicking mt butt. I have been using Splenda to sweeten things and have been really careful with what I am eating. I have only been doing fresh fruits, veggies, chicken, lean pork and yogurt. I have had to switch to 1% lowfat yogurt- so it would not have the artificial sweetener- and it holds my hunger much better. My scale is still a few pounds down so that is good. Here is to a great week! Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1841200 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:35:55 +0100 1841200 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1837453&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F9EtxVC-o0Kc%2F Do you keep a journal of your food and blood sugars? Yes No My doctor has never advised me to do that View Results Tags: Diabetes, diet, food-journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1837453 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 07:54:46 +0100 1837453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1837454&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FPHNWNrYGV94%2F Pounds lost: 2 Food changed: have given up all artificial sweeteners and caffeine as well as processed foods Exercise: walking, sit ups, push ups Blood sugars: between 84 and 110 Mood: overall good. It has been hard giving up caffeine. But I am over it now and feel a lot better. I have also been drinking about 15 cups of water a day. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1837454 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:19:15 +0100 1837454 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1837455&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FQAtQgHAJgTU%2F How far will the correlations between diet and diabetes be stretched? Will researchers and scientists ever be able to pinpoint when the risk factors are exactly onset? Infant formula and other baby foods that provide permanent protection from obesity and diabetes into adulthood could be on shop shelves soon. I don’t know how I feel about giving infants a hormone to curb hunger. Leptin is that hormone. It is considered the hunger hormone and aides one in feeling satiated. Cawthorne’s group has already demonstrated that supplementing infant rats’ diets with leptin means that they never get fat or develop diabetes. I understand the basis behind supplementing leptin, but am left wondering if the hunger-quenching effect will wear off over time. Providing leptin earlier enough effectively... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1837455 Sat, 27 Sep 2008 12:51:07 +0100 1837455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1812893&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FdJlK0mSojuk%2F How is this for tricky. Because of my new MS diagnosis, multiple slerosis, I am no longer allowed to have artificial sweetner. Ugh! I have been caffiene and saccharin free for over a week now and boy do I crave a diet Coke. I will be good though and listen. I can have Splenda but many products that I enjoy, yogurt, diet soda, do not use that for taste. Oh boy! This is just another little wrench in my daily plans but I will do just fine as I always do and carry one. Here is to Splenda and no caffeine, lol! Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1812893 Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:34:15 +0100 1812893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1791717&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FMeS_CmLhBCU%2F Here you have the worlds most simple soup and it is diabetic and heart friendly… Ingredients below- Chicken Broth. Fat free Refried Beans. Salsa. That’s it. Thanks to Kelly at Grounded Fitness for posting this one… go check out her site to see how to prepare and what to add to spice it up. Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1791717 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 23:06:56 +0100 1791717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1742886&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FdTLSvzRd8Ts%2F Oh boy- this week is flying by! My diet has been so darn good this week- I think it is because the kids are back in school. The snacks are not around and I actually have a second to cut up some fruit or mix some granola and yogurt, it is like a vacation. I do work 3-4 days a week but having to house with just one little girl in the morning has proved to be so relaxing! On to numbers,  I did all 2 hour post sugar checks. BS were between 87 and 116. That means I am doing good, right? I need to get my butt exercising- that is for sure. I am feeling nasty and lazy and flabby- but like I said above I have been so darn relaxed. My goal for this afternoon is to ride the elliptical and lift- going to really push for it! How about you? How has your week been? Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1742886 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:23:16 +0100 1742886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1730762&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F653a3LmDCAA%2F So wrapping up the weekend… Lets see, I ate a egg and sausage sandwich for breakfast- not so hot- but only had a piece of fruit for dinner and now at the wee ours I am eating dinner- bad again but I just got home from work and we were too busy to eat while there. I am eating a pb apple. Other intake this weekend was good- salad last 2 nights for dinner and scrambled eggs one day and veggies and cheese the other- counting Friday. Bloodsugars were morning and night- 81-99 and one 116 today after eating breakfast. We were on the go all darn weekend and then I worked tonight- very busy. I did do situps and small weights. Here is to a grand week- back to school for kids! Yee ha!!!! Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, heart-disease, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: D... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1730762 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 03:10:48 +0100 1730762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1726535&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FEYlerItCZC0%2F I received a question from a reader asking for a log book that would also accommodate someone with gestational diabetes. Below are links to 3 log books that I have come across. The first does cost a small amount of money but the latter 2 are free. Hope that helps! ADA dia-log.com  apple  Tags: diabetic, gestational diabetes, journal, log, pregancy, pregnantShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1726535 Sat, 23 Aug 2008 01:11:28 +0100 1726535 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1717491&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FIzT2SXZvNgw%2F This week has gotten off to a good start. My bloodsugars have been between 90-100.  A bit higher then usual but I will take it. I have had sugar free pudding and pasta with olive oil, tomatoes and basil today. The scale says I have gained 2 pounds, ugh! Maybe it is the pasta, haha. I will work on that. I plan on exercising tonight- killer head cold but attempting to rally. We will see if it happens- it needs to, 2 pounds makes me mad! How is your week? Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, heart-disease, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1717491 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:32:56 +0100 1717491 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1709566&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FaBfJ2se19_o%2F I am doing fairly well this week with my diet- have eaten a lot of protein and fruits and veggies- although I did have a half of a bagel. But it was sooo good! I checked my bloodsugars more frequently this week. Even though I have had great bloodsugars recently I was still feeling a bit ‘out of control’.  So… I have been 100, 91 and 88 today. I ate fruit for breakfast, 1/2 cup spaghetti noodles with olive oil and cheese, and then a sandwich for dinner. I also had a peach and a sugar free popsicle for snack today. I drank many glasses of water, a cup of coffee and a diet coke. Here is to a good day tomorrow! Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, heart-disease, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1709566 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:00:49 +0100 1709566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1701167&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FlBvzijQEq8A%2F Here is a way to improve your chance at combating diabetes… by eating!  Researchers examined 24 common herbs and spices in order to determine this data. Besides having high levels of antioxidant rich compounds, ie. phenols, they also revealed a direct correlation between phenol content and their ability to block the formation of compounds that contribute to damage caused by diabetes and aging. Well hot dog! How does this happen? When blood sugar levels are high, a process known as protein glycation occurs in which the sugar bonds with proteins to eventually form what are known as advanced glycation end products, also known as AGE compounds. Guess what the properly coined AGE compounds then do? These compounds activate the immune system, resulting in the inflammation and tissue damag... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1701167 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:53:32 +0100 1701167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1701172&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FdrNp9LOVdzI%2F This week has been soooo long! I feel like it just needs to be over- been a rough one. My diet has been so-so. Breakfast has consisted of Special K and yogurt. My lunches have been tuna and celery and peanut butter. Dinners have been whatever falls on the table. Haha- actually we had chicken, pork chops and eggs and toast. But hey- thats dinner right? Bloodsugars have been between 85-108. So good to go. My butt needs to get in gear though. I have been falling behind on that- I was doing well but slacked off. Oh well- life goes on. Here is to getting myself moving! Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, heart-disease, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1701172 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:38:57 +0100 1701172 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1677329&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F9SXLsc1LA-k%2F Here is the ‘well duh’ links of the weekend… These are the ones that make me say, “are you kidding me already?” Researchers from Boston University’s Slone Epidemiology Center have found that regular consumption of sugar-sweetened soft drinks and fruit drinks is associated with an increased risk for type 2 diabetes in African-American wome. Women with gestational diabetes are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with almost 20% of women developing the condition within 9 years of pregnancy, found a large, population-based study of 659,000 women published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. Don’t we already know this information and why do we spend more money and time on such things? Tags: Diabetes, diet-coke, gestational diabetes... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1677329 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:17:12 +0100 1677329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1677330&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2Fh4AjhPHBoks%2F Wow- food??? What is that- I have no idea what I really consumed this week besides dinner from last night. We were at a wedding- so it was beans, potatoes, chicken, steak and salad. Beans were good! Otherwise- I have no clue. This week was a blurr. I know I had several salads and tuna one day. Also had egg bake…. Bloodsugars post food 2 hr (this is loose because my intake was off this week)- 82-104. Good numbers. I lifted and walked this week. My legs are still a bit off and weaker but it feels good to exercise! Here is to a great week ahead- I hope! :) Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, heart-disease, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1677330 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:11:34 +0100 1677330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1668639&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F350798687%2F My journal is short and sweet today. My blood sugars have been in the range of 83-96 post 2 hrs eating over the last week, even while on vacation. I am slowly regaining energy and feeling like myself so I have started riding the elliptical and weight training again. It is about time!! I am sore though- but that too shall pass. My weight is status quo. But at least I have yet to gain- I guess that is good. Hope your week has gone well and you have continued to make good choices! Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1668639 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:38:48 +0100 1668639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1652530&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F345061522%2F There are so many diets and crazy plans out there to lose weight. You know the cabbage soup diet, the Adkins diet, the peanut diet- yes that is real- and they all say when to eat and how often. What we need to remember is that how frequent we eat is almost as important as what we eat. People who eat at irregular times run a greater risk of developing insulin resistance and ultimately diabetes. Metabolic syndromes also can be triggered by such intake. Here is what one study found… The participants that said that they rarely ate a regular breakfast, lunch and dinner had, on average, a larger waist size and more blood lipid disorders than people who ate more regularly. They also tended to exhibit more signs of insulin resistance, which is thought to be an underlying cause of metabolic s... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1652530 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:41:03 +0100 1652530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1652531&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F345056223%2F I wanted to share a diabetic sweet treat that I was told about last year and have since rediscovered! Take a container of sugar free cool whip- either regular or chocolate flavor- and freeze it. Take a small scoop and enjoy at any point in your day. It is sugar free and low carb- as well as yummy! It has less carbs then ice cream or frozen yogurt- go ahead and look for yourself. I hope you enjoy! Tags: cool whip, Diabetes, diabetic, frozen treat, sugar free snack, treatShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1652531 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:33:28 +0100 1652531 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1649273&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F343801811%2F My sugar checks have been wonderful as of this week. They have been between 80 and 96 and I am feeling good! Haha. I have been doing a lot of protein and a heck of a lot of water and I know it makes no physiological sense, but when I drink more water- meaning about 12-20 cups a day- my bloodsugars are better. Go figure! The scale…wish I could say it has moved but it sure has not. It is stuck once again but I will keep at it. Exercise- as I said previous with all that has been going on it has been tough to do strenuous activity. We are leaving for vacation though tonight and I am hoping that after much rest and relaxation- haha- 3 kids on vacation is rest- I hope that I will be feeling more myself!!! That is all I have to report. Has anyone made some great progress over the summer tha... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1649273 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:26:18 +0100 1649273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1649274&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F343556692%2F How many times a week do you exercise? Every single day- never miss 3-4 times a week 2 times about- when I can fit it in Barely exercise right now- too little time View Results Tags: Diabetes, exercise, poll, type-2-diabetes, weight lossShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1649274 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:35:09 +0100 1649274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1640354&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F340971446%2F So the scale has not moved any more but it is steady and I will take that. My BS have been good- between 85-100. I am checking my BS 2 hrs post dinner and checking a fasting BS every other day. My most recent labs were awesome and that made me very happy. A1c was right at 4!!!! Yee ha! At least something is working right in my body. I have been consuming a lot of yogurt and fruit as of lately, but do not worry my fruit is on moderate amounts and I watch the natural sugars. I have also been doing a heck of a lot of tuna- just plain old tuna- no mayo or anything- just sprinkle on some Old Bay. How is your nutritional choices this summer? Do you find it easy to make healthier choices in the summer months? My exercise is at a minimum due to my neurological problems. I am not tolerating the hea... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1640354 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:14:35 +0100 1640354 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1640356&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F341028890%2F New Yorkers will now be in the know. A new rule requiring all New York chain restaurants to post calorie information on their menus took effect this past Friday. I think that this is great! In a world where the lack of time, and often bad choices, lead us to food on-the-go, and where obesity, heart disease, diabetes and other health problems have reached scary numbers, revising our food habits is likely to have a positive impact on our lives. Think about how many people go and pick up a quick lunch and then head back to the office to sit behind a desk and finish out their day. The average fast food burger has over 350 calories and then add that fry and soda… you are well nearing 1200 calories on just lunch alone. Craziness! Do you wish this would come to a town near you? Do you think... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1640356 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 21:48:13 +0100 1640356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1618138&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F334633287%2F I found this a bit interesting… Trans-fatty acids have been the topic of a lot of negative health news, but a new dietary study in rats suggests that trans-fats do not increase the risk of insulin resistance and diabetes, which may ease at least one area of concern. This shows that our muscles can utilize the trans fats and that they will not put a person at higher risk for diabetes. To read more… Tags: Diabetes, diet, heart-disease, insulin resistance, nutrition, risk for diabetes, trans-fats, trans-fatty acidsShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1618138 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:36:11 +0100 1618138 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1603377&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F330787426%2F Hooray!!! I lost 5 pounds and my A1c was 4.0! What a good week for the diabetic me. The doctor was happy with this and so am I.  I honestly didn’t believe it. But I will take it. So yes the scale finally moved. 5 whole pounds- honestly I think it is stress of recent. But again… I’ll take it. :) My food has consisted of yogurt a lot of fruit, corn on the cob, salads and a heck of a lot of tuna and Cheerios as of lately. Oh how I love summer. For lunch the girls and I open a few cans of all white tuna and grab some lettuce and a tomato from the garden and we have lunch. Love it!And dinner last night was Cheerios and watermelon- shhh- hubby was away so we did what worked and it was great! How is your summer going? Have you had success with your nutrition? Tags: Diabetes, di... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1603377 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:40:20 +0100 1603377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1577436&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F326875441%2F There is already a link/thought process that there is a mental decline directly following the consumption of a high fat meal among type 2 diabetics. “Our bottom line is that consuming unhealthy meals for those with diabetes can temporarily further worsen already underlying memory problems associated with the disease,”said lead author Michael Herman Chui, who conducted the research as a University of Toronto pathobiology undergraduate in the Kunin-Lunenfeld Applied Research Unit (KLARU) at Baycrest. Besides the very obvious solution of not eating poor nutrition or foods you know you should not have- there is the suggestion that taking certain vitamins or anti-oxidants will help keep these mental problems at bay. to read more…  Tags: Diabetes, diet, fast-food, nutrition, ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1577436 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:51:27 +0100 1577436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1577438&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F326875442%2F A red white and blue hearty dessert recipe… You will need: 1 store bought angel food cake 2 cups of strawberries 2 cups of blueberries 1 tub of Sugar Free Cool Whip Sugar free strawberry Jello Cut angel food cake in half, prepare Jello as directed and when set scoop out of container and mix so Jello becomes ‘chopped’ up. Place Jello on top of bottom piece of Angel food cake and place upper piece of cake on top- think of Jello as your filler layer. Use SF Cool Whip as icing and spread over the top and down the sides of Cake with Jello filler. Cut up berries and sprinkle on top of cake- hold out half to sprinkle on top of individual servings when served. When all assembled place cake in fridge for at least an hour before cutting to serve. Tags: , dessert, Diabetes, diabetic, diabetic f... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1577438 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:40:52 +0100 1577438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1522381&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F312396826%2F This week was very crazy around here- really quite sad. We had several deaths in our close nit community and at my workplace. With that being said…  was virtually non existent around the blogging front. Apologies! For the week- my bloodsugars were very very very low. Did I mention that they were low? Like 62 and 53 low. Usually stress affects me the other way but for whatever reason my sugar checks were in the toilet and I would definitely rather be high then low. Low is no good! I ate my regular foods and did exercise for most of the week- which consisted of walking and swimming. I do need to get back on track with my weights and situps/pushups.  Desperately. So on to a better week- I hope!! Honestly- it can not get much worse. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutrit... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1522381 Sun, 15 Jun 2008 13:51:18 +0100 1522381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1485002&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F302662734%2F Are you tired of having to trade taste and variety in your diet out of fear of that hated peak in blood sugar? I know I get sick of the same ol’ snack. How many low carb, low sugar strawberry yogurt’s can one women eat? Ugh… Abbott’s new and improved line of Glucerna(R) nutrition products includes cereal, shakes and snack bars with great taste, more convenient packaging and new ingredients to help manage blood sugar spikes. Very clever on Abbott’s part. It is hard to eat right at home, let alone on the move in everyday life. Convenience is key! “Hectic schedules and busy lives can make it hard to eat right. Abbott’s goal is to help people living with diabetes by offering convenient and healthier options formulated specifically to meet their unique... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1485002 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:54:37 +0100 1485002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1480871&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F301611601%2F Keeping with my whole pregnancy theme of lately, I will add to your knowledge of gestational diabetes. I can not help but think about pregnancy with all of Hollywood expecting… Jamie Lee Spears, Angelina Jolie, Gwen Stefani and Ashley Simpson Wentz. Gestational diabetes can cause many complications during your 9 months as an incubator. How can we just ‘become’ diabetic when pregnant? Hormones secreted by the placenta interfere with insulin. Signs/Symptoms Hunger Thirst Frequent urination Blurred vision Excess weight gain during your There are several ways to treat gestational diabetes as well… If the diabetes is mild, you may be able to keep your blo... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1480871 Sat, 31 May 2008 02:11:43 +0100 1480871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1480872&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F301593927%2F Ok, this week has been soooo long! My bloodsugars, 2 hr post, have been anywhere from 89-115. Not bad. I am having a hard time with food as of late- still!!!! I do not know what has happened to me and my sensible ways. I was better this week, but didn’t eat enough fruits and veggies. I ate very little actually- which has a negative effect much like over eating with me. I started exercising a bit more again- but not back to where I should be. But I am working at it. I did jog and lift a few times this week. Thank goodness. I think the physical outlet is good for me both physically and mentally! How was your week? By the way- I am firmly convinced my scale will not ever move…. Tags: blood pressure, Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, heart-disease, journal, nutritionShare This (Sourc... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1480872 Sat, 31 May 2008 01:27:29 +0100 1480872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1467938&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F297994865%2F There is even a new song out about this… shift work. I used to work shift work, being a nurse and all.  I now work either day shift or evening shift- but no night shift. That means I am always asleep by 2AM, so it is not as bad as it used to be but I still have different schedules every other day for my body to acclimate to. Do nurses, firemen, police officers and their shift workers have a tough time controlling their blood sugars? When you think about it, our bodies are just not wired to be up at night and sleep during the day. I know that personally, when I sed to work night shift, I was up for at least 24 hours before getting any  sleep. My meals were not at the “normal” times and exercise was not a real priority that day. My blood sugars were very elevated through the nigh... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1467938 Sun, 25 May 2008 23:04:23 +0100 1467938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1467941&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F297980981%2F Journal time… I am a bit more back on track. My 2 hour post sugars have been between 90-120, so a little higher but down from last week- thanks goodness! I have to admit, I am having a hard time staying on track with my food. It is really annoying me too!! I know what I should and should not have but seem to be dawn to more junk lately. I am usually so nutritional and have such a strict diet. I am an emotional eater though and I have been under a bit of stress so I guess that is what is going on. I have stayed the same weight. We did just get Wii fit as well, and if anyone has played you know the board acts as a scale and sets your BMI and your Mii character to look like it thinks you do. Well… let me say I was not happy. On top of my normal diet and exercise I am adding that t... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1467941 Sun, 25 May 2008 22:26:55 +0100 1467941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1451950&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F293090088%2F Ok, so it has been an interesting week here.  I am not sure if it is the high stress level here, or the lack of concentration on my part but oh boy the bloodsugars have been oh so bad! I single handily went from having my average sugar in the 90’s to struggling to keep my numbers below 130. We all know that stress will directly affect diabetes but it is like trying to curb a hungry tiger. How on earth am I suppose to stop stressing when life doesn’t stop. But that is my deal and I have to try to do better with it because it isn’t going to change anytime soon! So with that, my blood sugar was actually 99 right before dinner!!!! That is the first time in a week that my numbers have been below 125. That is a good thing right there. because I have not been feeling too good about myself ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1451950 Sun, 18 May 2008 22:58:52 +0100 1451950 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1434591&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F288077570%2F Oh boy, it has been a while since I journaled on here. First, the big change. I have now started checking my blood sugars twice a day- in the morning and before bed.  My sugars have been so good as of the last few months that I feel confident in my decision. My readings have all been between 80-110, so I feel good about that. Food wise is another small change.  I have re-introduced some whole grain carbs back in that I was not allowing previous. FiberOne cereal, Grape Nuts and some whole wheat pasta. I figured it was worth a try to see what response my body gave, and it loved it! My blood sugars are actually lower 2 hours post a whole grain then after say a yogurt and half an apple. Amazing! And I am a heck of a lot less hungry- I have also started eating a small breakfast everyday. Big ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1434591 Sun, 11 May 2008 14:21:22 +0100 1434591 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1405455&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F279734996%2F The number of pregnant women that have pre-existing diabetes has more then doubled over the last decade. Alicia at Mental Health Notes sent me over this very disturbing but important article. Being diabetic places you in the ‘high risk’ category during pregnancy and increases ones risk for miscarriage, stillbirth and birth defects. The actual number of pregnant women with pre-existing diabetes… In 1999, there were 245 such women; by 2005, there were 537. That translates to a rate that rose from 8 per 1,000 pregnancies to 18 per 1,000. The rate increased the greatest among 13- to 19-year-olds giving birth. It ballooned from about 1 per 1,000 pregnancies to 5.5 per 1,000 during the seven-year period. It is so important for us to control our sugars during pregnancy and to ta... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1405455 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:41:09 +0100 1405455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1402171&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F278459189%2F What a week!! I had the flu… in April. Go figure. So to be totally honest I have no idea what my blodsugar was for more than half of the week. I was in bed, sleeping, coughing and shivering. I didn’ t give a hoot what my bloodsugar was and I did not eat anything from Sunday night till Thursday so who the heck knows. Exercise didn’t happen till today when I coached and reffed a 7-9 year old girls lacrosse game and ran up and down the field in 85 degree weather, I was sweating and huffing!! It felt good though. So there you have it, I consumed no food, checked no bloodsugars and did not get out of bed. Pretty sad week. But I am back and feeling good so here we go again, haha. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1402171 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 21:02:41 +0100 1402171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386101&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F274201849%2F The past few months have proven to bring the largest price increases in food in recent years and we are all felling the crunch. I know for my family of five we spend approximately $700-$800 a month at the grocery store- we eat a lot of produce! For many diabetics the choices are fairly limited at their local grocer and when the prices go up and their budget doesn’t, they start cutting corners and that is when problems begin. Here is a list of tips that may help you stick with your ‘healthy diabetic’ food choices at the store- and won’t break the bank… 1. Buy boneless packs of meet that are ‘family’ size and separate them into smaller packets when you return home. 2. But large cottage cheese or yogurt containers and then split them into smaller indi... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386101 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:32:11 +0100 1386101 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386102&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F274191846%2F I suppose we can call this baby steps. Though it is really a great big deal for all those living in NYC, we still have a long way to go to get all other areas on the band wagon. Either way, we know that eating out at restaurants and fast food establishments attributes to obesity and type 2 diabetes, so providing nutritional content seems like a logical step in fighting diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) applauds today’s federal court ruling upholding a New York City regulation that requires chain restaurants to provide the calorie content of foods on their menus and menu boards. This ruling came in response to a challenge to the regulation filed by the New York State Restaurant Association. The ADA appeared as an amicus curiae along with other public interest organizat... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386102 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:09:18 +0100 1386102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386103&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F274185425%2F To all my pregnant friends and readers… remember your baby is what you eat. Seriously, it all starts within the womb. It is well known that smaller babies are more likely to suffer from heart disease, stroke, hypertension and diabetes. More recently, poor nutrition around the time of fertilization and egg implantation have also been shown to be detrimental in adult life. Take care of yourself and your baby as I know you want to provide them with the best start in life that you can. Just keep doing what you know how to do and stay healthy- your child will thank you for it. via Science Daily Tags: Diabetes, diet, heart-disease, in vitro, nutrition, pregnancyShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386103 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 17:55:55 +0100 1386103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386104&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F274182263%2F I went camping for earth day this weekend with my daughters and the Girl Scouts. Oh what fun, haha. Actually, it was not that bad and they learned many lessons about recycling, reusing and all else that goes along with being green. So…. my diet was for the birds. I had a lot of peanut butter apples, grapes, oranges and don’t forget the camp made spaghetti. Yum, lol! Anyway, I am letting myself get back on track today. The only really great part of the camping trip, besides getting to spend time with my daughters, was the several hour long hiking trips. I definitely got my exercise in. And thank goodness because the s’mores were quite delicious. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386104 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 17:47:51 +0100 1386104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1373741&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F270672127%2F Tart cherries. Yes, I said tart cherries. This subject matter has been popping up frequently over the last few weeks and I decided to go for it this morning and focus on that bright red, yummy tart cherry. It seems that these tiny little pieces of fruit have some real big health benefits for diabetes and heart disease. Rats that received whole tart cherry powder mixed into a high-fat diet didn’t gain as much weight or build up as much body fat as rats that didn’t receive cherries. And their blood showed much lower levels of molecules that indicate the kind of inflammation that has been linked to heart disease and diabetes. In addition, they had significantly lower blood levels of cholesterol and triglycerides than the other rats. Where can you find tart cherries? They are frequ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1373741 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:15:39 +0100 1373741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1369147&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F269450425%2F I am posing this question today and I want you to be honest. I am curious and you can be assured there is no judging or negative feelings towards anyone. Also, if you want the honest low down, I just wanted to refer you once again to Hope at weightingline.com. She is blogging her way to weight loss and you might find it helpful, she has pulled back the curtain and being 100% out there, which is great!!! How many times a week do you eat 'fast food'? Zero, zilch, none One or two Three or four I eat 'fast food' almost daily View Results Tags: Diabetes, diet, fast-food, nutritio, weight loss, weightingline.comShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1369147 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:47:39 +0100 1369147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1367981&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F268672475%2F I think the scale lies! I have been so good, as I have been sharing and I have lost about 10 or so since the beginning of the year, but come on!!! My pants are bigger on me, my shirts are roomier and the scale just sits there staring at me. If I could talk to the darn thing I would say, “get the he*& up and move or I am going to….”. Seriously! I understand that I am toning and all, and that the scale is not the end all, but throw a poor dog a bone. My before food bloodsugars have been ok, between 90 and 120. Food intake has been good this week, all lean proteins, raw fruits and vegetables. Cheese, yogurt and nuts. Sugar free Popsicles for snacks. Exercise has been great! So hope that scale decides to cooperate or else…. haha. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1367981 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 23:38:44 +0100 1367981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1354182&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F265405667%2F Well, it is very late on Sunday evening and the end of the weekend. I wanted to share a comment that a reader left on my last journal, and I love comments! The reader said that I need to be more specific when I state, “my blood sugars”. I need to specify whether this is pre-food or 2 hours post food. This is a very good point, but I usually do refer to my post food blood sugars as just that- 2 hours post eating. When I say my bloodsugars or my BS I am referring to my fasting or before meal sugar checks. I usually just list my checks for the day in which they were done, like today was … 92, 99, 101. So thank you for bringing that to my attention and I hope it makes it easier to understand my ranting and babbling about my food and exercise. Now, this is the first day I did ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1354182 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 03:48:02 +0100 1354182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1352240&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F264383349%2F Ok, so I have been very, very, did I say very, good with my diet and exercise that last few days. I have kept to almost all raw fruits and veggies, with peanuts and granola and flax seed, chicken and yogurt. I have had a sugar free popsicle and diet iced tea. Like I said, it couldn’t get much better. My blood sugars were good, 90-110. Exercise, I am tired this week. I did ride the elliptical everyday for at least 30 minutes and walked, lifted weights and ran at lacrosse practice the last 2 nights. So I was a good girl. Let’s hope the weekend proves to be a good continuation. Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1352240 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:01:48 +0100 1352240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1340861&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F261950892%2F My blood sugars have been up a little bit over the last 2 days. They have wavered between 96 and 128 with most on the upper end of that range. I have done nothing different with my food and exercise and ran around for about 90 minutes on the lacrosse field last night in the rain, with a few moments of huffing and puffing-boy we are not as young as we once were! I ate a yogurt for breakfast, a small salad with tuna on it for lunch, handful of peanuts for snack, and 1/2 piece of grilled chicken with whole grain rice and beans for dinner. Then I ate some strawberries, sooooo good, for a snack before bed. That wasn’t to bad when I look back on it. This am when I checked my sugar I was 128- go figure, maybe it was the berries, maybe it was that I did have a sip of diet iced tea before che... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1340861 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:12:07 +0100 1340861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1336342&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F260408229%2F Bloodsugars have been so-so this week. I had a minor surgical procedure at the beginning of the week and I think just the trauma of it threw me off. I had a small tumor/cyst (we aren’t sure till pathology comes back) removed of my head, so I have about 20 stitches or so. And my left eye was swollen shut and bruised all week from the pulling and tugging of my scalp on that side. Boy oh boy was I pretty! So here ya go…. between 90 and 123. I know that is a little higher then usual but I do think it is from the procedure and healing from it. Food- I was good as good can be. I didn’t even do the Easter candy this week, I actually didn’t give the kids a heck of a lot so there wasn’t too much laying around. I discovered Healthy Choice steamer meals, actually mu hubby did, and did then ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1336342 Sat, 29 Mar 2008 21:30:08 +0100 1336342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1329003&cid=t_121809_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F03%2F26%2Ftwice-as-nice-latest-nice-guidance%2F Antenatal care Diabetes in pregnancy Prophylaxis for Infective Endocarditis Maternal and child nutrition Mental wellbeing of children in primary education Sleep apnoea hypopnea syndrome (obstructive) - continuous positive airway pressure Asthma (in adults) - corticosteroids Intraoperative nerve monitoring during thyroid surgery Suburethral sling insertion for stress urinary incontinence in men (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1329003 Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:53:16 +0100 1329003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1321244&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F256069961%2F I will make it short and sweet. I have not lost weight on the scale but my pants are bigger on me and I swear I look toner, maybe I am just imaging things but even my middle daughter said, “Mommy, your legs look like skinny legs like mine in your pants. Your butt looks less fat”. Jee, thanks is all I could think- kids are so honest. Bloodsugars… between 86 and 107 for the last 2 days. 2 hour post food I have been at 100 consistently. Not bad. Food… still being a bit inconsistent with frequency as it is busy, but getting my fruits, veggies and proteins in. I love the no sugar/low carb peanut butter on celery! Exercise… I am so on it. I have been jogging, lifting, playing lacrosse, elliptical and all else I can think of. Feels good. Hope your week was good. Tags... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1321244 Sat, 22 Mar 2008 14:29:29 +0100 1321244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1316783&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F254906215%2F Research carried out by scientists at the Peninsula Medical School in the South West of England has found that resveratrol, a compound present naturally in grape skin, can protect against the cellular damage to blood vessels caused by high production of glucose in diabetes, according to a recently published paper in the science journal “Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism.” Ok, here is how it happens…the elevated levels of glucose that circulate in the blood of patients with diabetes causes vascular complications by damaging mitochondria. When these power plants within cells are damaged they can leak electrons and make highly damaging ‘free radicals’. Enter complications nephropathy, heart disease and retinopathy. Resveratrol stops the damage by helping cells mak... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1316783 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:14:14 +0100 1316783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1314339&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F254506226%2F Well, well well… I have started jogging again. I have kept it quiet the last few weeks as I did not want to jinx myself! I have had back surgeries, 7 knee operations and countless other scopes and broken bones and such- athlete my whole life. I am feeling good for the most part. I do have some minor aches and pains but I can deal with them. It feels so darn good to run again. I am slow, 10 minute mile, but I smile the whole darn time. Bloodsugars have continued to be good as well, between 78 and 110. Exercise is such a key component in fighting type 2 diabetes. I have done really well with the food too. A lot of fruits and veggies and protein. I really think the protein does well. So yeah, I am feeling good right now. Just waiting for the rain to stop so I can get outside. Tags: Diabetes... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1314339 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 20:48:28 +0100 1314339 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1306579&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F252630277%2F Weight loss and changes in ones lifestyles may be more pertinent in helping type 2 diabetics then high insulin treatments among overweight patients. The evidence is compelling that when insulin levels are high, certain tissues are overloaded with fatty molecules, which leads to insulin resistance. And yet, the high blood glucose levels of many obese patients with insulin-resistant type 2 diabetes are being treated with increasing amounts of insulin in an attempt to overpower that resistance. While high doses of insulin may lower glucose levels, it will also increase the fatty molecules and may cause organ damage. There are so many options to help one lose weight in this case. You can search out a nutritionist, see a weight loss specialist and use combination medication and exercise and th... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1306579 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 21:44:49 +0100 1306579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1306581&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F252616837%2F Thank goodness, my blood sugars have settled down. I have been anywhere between 78, where I do not feel good, and 111. Sometimes there is just no rhyme nor reason, but tis life. Exercise- yeah I am kicking some mean butt and should so be dropping some lbs but noooooooo. I am feeling good physically and mentally but I have not had any further success on the scale. It will come I suppose. I do not want a miracle, just 5-7 lbs. And it is truly frustrating to exercise and eat so darn balanced and healthy and not see progress on the scale. Spring is just starting to creep into my neck of the woods so before long we will be outdoors 24/7! Yee ha!! My food has been very balanced with salads twice a day, 1/2 turkey sandwich on low carb bread for lunch and fruits and raw veggies. Very simple dinner... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1306581 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 21:13:33 +0100 1306581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1288553&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F247915834%2F I am still kicking butt in the exercise department this week, thank the sweet lord! I have been walking, riding the elliptical, using the light weights and playing some mean Wii, haha. I am feeling fairly good… just wish I could drop the ol’ lbs. My blood sugars were anywhere from 90-104. Although the one day I felt like I was high. I had eaten some candy at work. I know, I know, bad girl- I had lost my willpower for a moment. Food wise- Very good week, 5 fruits and veggies a day (I am trying hard on that one, I was eating very little veggies for a bit there). Cut down on the yogurt but increased the milk consumption- skim of course. I ate a lot of soup- bad for my sodium but I have low blood pressure at the present (still no excuse). So here we are and it is the weekend. I am ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1288553 Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:19:11 +0100 1288553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1278276&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F245509857%2F Did I lose any more weight? Heck no, ugh!!! Oh well, maintaining I suppose. But I am still back on track which is wonderful and my exercise is helping both mentally and physically. Bloodsugars yesterday- 90, 96, 100- trend is I go up throughout the day, not a lot but that is what has been happening. Breakfast- coffee Lunch- 1/2 pita with turkey breast and salad/pickles. I love pickles!! 1/2 an apple. Dinner- 1/2 BBQ sandwich and small salad. Snacks- grapes and strawberries with sugar free cool whip. Exercise- walked, elliptical. It felt good! Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1278276 Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:33:43 +0100 1278276 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1272607&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesnotes.com%2Fmy-sunday-journal-3208%2F Ok, I am still sore from my swimming the other evening which makes me laugh. To think I was a Division I athlete and in tip top shape and the fact that my bones creek and pop and my joints ache after such activity is mildly amusing. If I don’t laugh I would cry! Bloodusgars- 96, 99, 103. Yeah! Breakfast- Diet Iced tea and an apple. Lunch- Handful of pb pretzels and a small tube of yogurt- we were at a swim meet. Dinner- Salad with all the veggies and croutons and a bowl of bean soup. Exercise- Walked, kicked the soccer ball around, ran and played lacrosse for about 40 minutes, sit ups and push ups. I better have lost 1 pound after the last week. We will see in the morning- have a good week! Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1272607 Mon, 03 Mar 2008 01:39:15 +0100 1272607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1272609&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesnotes.com%2Fbananas-can-be-your-friend%2F I wrote about eating a half of a banana as part of my lunch the other day and didn’t think twice. I don’t know if I was half asleep or just expecting that everyone follows the same rules as me. I have always eaten bananas and have never had issues with them raising my bloodsugar to astounding proportions. Am I lucky or do others also share in this? I have kept up to date on all of the dietary guidelines and such related to diabetes and have always read that diabetics should also strive for their five a day as well. A medium size banana is considered one serving of fruit and has approximately 25-30 grams of carbohydrates in it. If you pair that with a low carb yogurt, rolled turkey or a cup of coffee you are right on track. There was a comment left to the degree of- “we sh... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1272609 Mon, 03 Mar 2008 01:14:14 +0100 1272609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1263499&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F242440447%2F Ok thank goodness, my exercising butt has kicked it into high gear and I lost those pesky few pounds that I had gained over the last week. My bloodsugar numbers were 93, 101 and 88. And I also made sure that my nutrition got back on track. Whew! Breakfast- 1/2 apple and a small glass of skim milk. Lunch- 4 piece chicken nuggets and a half of a banana. Snack- handful of raisins. Dinner- scrambled eggs, turkey bacon, fruit. And my walk was long and glorious. I also did my sit ups, push up, and weights. Let’s hope I can keep on track. Here is to a great rest of the week! Tags: Diabetes, diet, exercise, food, journal, nutritionShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1263499 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:46:25 +0100 1263499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1253295&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F240640134%2F What do you think is the most effective way to aid in the management of your diabetes? Diet control. Exercise. Can't have one without the other. Medication. None of the above, add my answer here. View Results Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1253295 Mon, 25 Feb 2008 03:05:01 +0100 1253295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1253296&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F240634699%2F My bloodsugars have been good, ranging from 90-106 this week. I can’t complain considering my food choices really stunk! I guess when it comes down to it they could have been worse but they were not my norm- that is for sure. And even though my bloodsugars were ok I did not feel healthy, you know? I guess it is in my head… I also gained 2 pounds back over the last week, no surprise there! I will get back on track this week and will be successful. That is my mantra for the week. Exercise wise I have been doing really good. I have been walking, jogging here and there, playing lacrosse, low weight training and a whole lot of Wii! Uh huh, I said Wii. It has been really fun. How have you been doing with your diet? Any changes or real successes- I want to hear about them. Share This ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1253296 Mon, 25 Feb 2008 02:40:24 +0100 1253296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1243510&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesnotes.com%2Fi-am-such-a-bad-example-at-times-journal-218-21908%2F Wow, I have nothing to say for myself. I am such a bad diabetic at times, at least it feels that way. I misplaced my glucometer 2 days ago and have yet to find it so my bloodsugars are a crap shoot today. I am sure they are fine as they have been for quite some time but still… I have even less to say about my food consumption. Yogurt, yogurt and M&M’s, haha. Do not judge, I was craving some chocolate and only had a small amount. The scale is the same as it has been and I want to put it through the wall. Do you think the M&M’s have something to do with that? Ugh!!!! I hope you are having a better diabetic day then me, that is for sure! My new goal is my lovely diabetic adventure is to cut back on the diet Coke! Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1243510 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 21:51:37 +0100 1243510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1229402&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F234395824%2F Bloodsugars… 101, 103, 98, 89- that was yesterday. Weight has not budged and I want to throw the scale down the steps!!! I’m really not a violent person. :) Food… yogurt and granola for breakfast, 1 cup of pasta salad and 1/2 an apple for lunch, dinner, I am so embarrassed, a piece of cake.  Let me explain, we were in the middle of an ice storm and I was supposed to go to work last night but I sat in the car for 3.5 hours due to I-95 being closed, what fun! I called work to keep them updated and finally after 3.5 hours I was able to get off the freeway and they said to just turn around and head home, they were not really that busy after all. Ugh! Anyway by the time I got home 4.5 hours after I started out, my hubby and kids had made a cake and they waited to have dessert... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1229402 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:06:56 +0100 1229402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1216565&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F231329449%2F Bottom line… I need to get to the grocery store because I am so sick of the same old! My bloodsugars have been ok, not great not bad.  They have been between 92 and 110 this week. I have gotten very little sleep and I do think that plays into it at times, especially when I am eating very sporadically. I worked every evening up till tonight this week so I ate lunch midday and then dinner at 11:30 Pm which is sooo not good for you. But goodness was I hungry when I got home. I have exercised this week. I have walked every day and lifted free weights and did the sit up and push up thing. I may have lost 1 pound, or I was just wearing lighter underwear, haha. Food wise very random indeed! Cheese, yogurt, apples, soft chicken fresco taco from TB and a lot of granola with pumpkin seeds and... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1216565 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 02:25:57 +0100 1216565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1198750&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F228642997%2F My day was much better on the food front. I had no breakfast because my very lovely hubby let me sleep very late as I have been working a lot of evenings which means a 1 AM return home. And last night was no different so I did not wake till well after breakfast. He is a good man!! And the kiddies even stayed quiet. So bloodsugars were… 89, 102, 98 today Lunch… 1/2 sandwich and fruit with a diet coke Dinner… BBQ on a plate, with no bread. Fruit salad and raw veggies Snack… Sugar free chocolate pudding pie, yum!!!! I did spray some cool whip on it. I did great exercising today… walked/jogged for 20 minutes on the treadmill, walked along the water with my hubby and kids (we live right near the Chesapeake Bay and there is a promenade right on the water), ran aroun... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1198750 Mon, 04 Feb 2008 01:51:40 +0100 1198750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1181859&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F224251506%2F How many times have you attempted to 'diet' in the last 6 months? 1-2 3-5 Over 6 times Too many to count! View Results Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1181859 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:35:16 +0100 1181859 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1181860&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F224245624%2F Long time no see! I am still here just needed a few days to get myself together after the household sickness and getting back in the swing of things. And what fun it is. As for my diet and exercise, oh boy am I suffering. My bloodsugars have been fairly good, I was put on prednisone, steroids, for inflammation so my numbers are a little bit elevated (which is expected). I have been anywhere from 98-134, so not really that bad considering those nasty steroids. My diet has been very inconsistent and all over the place.  I have had a few days of no eating and then a few days where I have grazed all day long. Not like me at all! I have kept all the weight that I lost off but have not lost anymore. I am happy with that for the time being. And exercise… I have worked just about everyday since... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1181860 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:28:03 +0100 1181860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1173427&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F221908914%2F Well, we are feeling better for the most part around my house. My middle daughter is still hurtin’ a little. Her “belly still hurrrrtttsss”. We are almost back to normal though, as normal as we can be, haha. My bloodsugars are back on track as well. I was 101 last night and 94 and 98 today. I ate a vanilla low carb yogurt for breakfast and I was oh so bad at lunch. I was embarrassingly bad. I met my hubby for lunch. You see during all that sickness over the weekend, he was on a 6 day golf outing with 25 guys so I was missing him. Guess where we went for lunch? No not subway, not even Arby’s but… Burger King! Ugh… I ate a whopper junior with no mayo and extra pickles. Oh brother is what I have to say to that one. And of course I sampled his french fries j... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1173427 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 22:54:30 +0100 1173427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1165387&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F220091420%2F Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! What a flippin’ couple days it has been around these parts. I just checked my blood sugar for the first time in a day and a half, that whole 3 kids throwing up thing was rough! Then last evening… that’s right… I started with the great porcelain bowl. And I continued through today, but I have now scrubbed the bathrooms, fed the kids, taken a shower and checked the old blood sugar. And it is high! I have eaten very little, or nothing and my blood sugar is 152. Go figure, I guess what they say is correct about if you eat too much it is high and if you eat too little it can be high. Like I said, I have eaten virtually nothing today and the only exercise I had was running to the bathroom and cleaning the toilets and changing the sheets. And don’t forget sprayin... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1165387 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:45:08 +0100 1165387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162608&cid=t_121809_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F219571662%2F Here we are, Saturday! And I have 3 vomiting children. Yup, all 3 of them, so I have yet to check my blood sugar since last night. I honestly haven’t eaten a darn thing except diet coke and a piece of cheese, handful of nuts and a sugar free pop. I am not feeling all that yummy right now. So no blood sugars to report as of now- I know get on the ball! Haha. The only food that his hit my mouth is cheese and a handful of nuts, and a sugar free popsicle.  Hopefully I will have more to report in the morning. Let’s hope that this bug doesn’t get me!! This has been a bad year for illness- especially for the kids. Share This (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162608 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 22:08:30 +0100 1162608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1141005&cid=t_121809_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F214141071%2F I am sitting here writing this and I can not remember what I ate for breakfast. Possibly coffee??? Yes, I think that is it. Oh boy, it is rough getting old, haha. It was another beautiful, and I mean 65 degrees beautiful, day in my neck of the woods so I was outside this afternoon with the kids. We did the walk thing and I actually jumped roped, which wasn’t the smartest thing considering my back is hurting very bad at the present (I had back surgery 2 years ago and this is the first pain I have experienced since it). Breakfast… I think coffee. Lunch… Unsweetened iced tea, peanut bar, a few pieces of cheese cubes, A few pretzels, 3 rods, and veggie dip. Snack… Celery with peanut butter. Dinner… Grilled chicken on top of salad, 1/4 piece of corn on the cob, very small piece of fre... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1141005 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 02:42:42 +0100 1141005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1133968&cid=t_121809_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F212639584%2F I am a bit late in posting this but I have my magic numbers from yesterday… My blood sugar trends have been really good lately. I don’t want to toot my own horn but… toot! Haha. BS from early morning till evening… 94, 98, 103, 100. Yup, pretty darn good. Breakfast… 1/2 cup Special K with skim milk. Total of 26 carbs. Lunch (really like dinner because I worked in the evening and me needed one family meal)… Onion, pepper, salsa and cheese omelette and a half an apple. Dinner… Low carb vanilla yogurt, nutty trail bar and a diet coke. 15 carbs and 14 gram of protein. I also drank about 10 bottled of water throughout the day. Snack when I got home from work (I was hungry)… String cheese, handful of nuts. Share This (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1133968 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:36:58 +0100 1133968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1133983&cid=t_121809_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F212639070%2F I am a bit late in posting this but I have my magic numbers from yesterday… My blood sugar trends have been really good lately. I don’t want to toot my own horn but… toot! Haha. BS from early morning till evening… 94, 98, 103, 100. Yup, pretty darn good. Breakfast… 1/2 cup Special K with skim milk. Total of 26 carbs. Lunch (really like dinner because I worked in the evening and me needed one family meal)… Onion, pepper, salsa and cheese omelette and a half an apple. Dinner… Low carb vanilla yogurt, nutty trail bar and a diet coke. 15 carbs and 14 gram of protein. I also drank about 10 bottled of water throughout the day. Snack when I got home from work (I was hungry)… String cheese, handful of nuts. Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1133983 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:35:18 +0100 1133983