[Diabetes-Talk] new member

Thu Jan 24 05:03:38 UTC 2019

You live back east rite?
Where in Montana I just haven't found it.
I am sure I would like it.
Do you add it to anything, or just eat it plain?

Original message:
> It's chick peas, and not all hummuses have garlic. You can find all 
> types of flavors of hummus. The base is always chick peas and olive 
> oil. I like roasted red pepper hummus, caramized onion hummus and 
> recently, I tried a pinenut hummus, which was really good.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 9:13 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

> Yes its  a bean  an garlic spread that  is the best that  I can give 
> for greek hamous.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d m 
> gina via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 6:33 PM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

> I have not found the hummus out here.
> I have a friend who loves it with crackers.
> Is it like a cheese spread anything like that?

> Original message:
>> For me personally, I don't snack much. Never have even when younger.
>> But if I do, I like things like Greek yogurt, cheese and apple slices
>> or if I need a cracker-like crunch, I do Nut Thins, almonds or hummus
>> and veggies. I like carrots, celery, peppers, radishes, etc. I also
>> love pickles. I mean, I love pickles, ha!

>> Fruit has carbs, but carbs from fresh fruit tend to metabolize slower,
>> but fruit still contains glucose; real glucose, but will raise sugars
>> nonetheless. But a much better alternative to junk foods and processed
>> foods like crackers. Hummus, which is made from chick peas, also has
>> carbs, but again, carbs that metabolize slower. Hummus is also made
>> with olive oil which has a lot of health benefits, including being a
>> good fat that can make you feel fuller. A 1/3 cup of hummus has 15
>> grams of carbs.

>> There's a product called Glucerna. It's made for diabetics, and is
>> advertised to help stabilize glucose levels. Personally, I've not
>> found Glucerna products to give me better control, however, the high
>> fiber carbs in its products don't impact my blood sugars like other
>> foods. It has meal replacement shakes and bars along with snack shakes 
>> and bars.
>> For breakfast, I usually do a Glucerna shake, which only has 16 grams
>> of carbs and 10 grams of protein because I need something quick in the
>> mornings. I will sometimes do the snack shakes for a snack too.

>> When it comes to bread products and crackers, I stick to gluten-free,
>> which personally, I prefer taste and texture wise, but, I've noticed
>> gluten-free products don't spike my blood sugars the way regular
>> gluten products doo.

>> This is just what I do. It might work for you, might not. And I don't
>> believe in cutting yourself completely off foods you like; it's just
>> about moderation and frequency. And if you have a regimene already
>> working, don't break what doesn't need fixing, grin.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>> gary-melconian via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 7:26 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: gary-melconian <gmelconian619 at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

>> Brigit, then what to eat.what snack to take a look during the day or
>> week that  wont cause  these sort of spikes.   Would  welcome any
>> suggestions. Also how about fruits as well.

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
>> Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 4:51 PM
>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

>> Just keep in mind that potatoes are incredibly high in carbs as are
>> crackers and bread. Carbs in foods like this will create higher
>> glucose levels. I've been doing gluten-free for a while and notice a
>> big difference in my blood sugars between products with gluten and
>> those without. As Sandy mentioned, the less you eat of foods like
>> these, the less you will crave them, and the better off your glucose
>> levels will be. Do what works best for you, but just be aware that
>> foods like bread, processed snacks like crackers and potatoes are high 
>> in carbs.

>> Bridgit

>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of d
>> m gina via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 5:03 PM
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: d m gina <dmgina at mysero.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

>> I just got a air fryer.
>> Where the grease will go to the bottom of the pan while cooking.
>> A baked potato turns out well in this pot.
>> Cooking it for 30 minutes.
>> Just as though you did it in the oven.
>> Put holes in it and a small bit of butter, or what you use on it,
>> wonderful stuff.
>> Also I get the tuna packet a packet for each person, adding either
>> miracle whip or mayonnaise. Just enough to get it moist.
>> Eat a sandwich or eat with crackers.
>> I hope this helps.
>> This is for lunch.
>> Then I eat a meal for dinner.

>> Original message:
>>> I have just been diagnosed with diabetes a few weeks ago, and this
>>> list has been great.
>>> Presently I am in a situation where I can’t cook much either. I
>>> really like to cook, so it’s quite frustrating. I’m having some back
>>> issues that make standing difficult, but I am making the best of
>>> things. I use the crock pot quite a bit, as well as frozen fruits and 
>>> vegetables.
>>> Even if you can just throw some vegetables in the microwave, along
>>> with a baked potato or something, that’s a good start.
>>> Amber

>>>> On Jan 23, 2019, at 11:41 AM, Walter Mitchell via Diabetes-Talk
>>>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>>>> Welcome to the list! I think that you will find that this list is
>>>> full of information, testimonies and useful diabetic knowledge. I am
>>>> from Ohio. I have been diabetic since 1988, became blind 2001 and
>>>> have been making the best of the lemons that have been dealt to me
>>>> in life. My friends say that I took those lemons, made lemonade and
>>>> is having a party! LOL

>>>> Please feel free to contact me at the information below. I realize
>>>> that sometime we just need to talk. Many of us on this list are
>>>> members of the Diabetes Action Network. If you are not presently a
>>>> member, you may want to consider it.

>>>> Sincerely,
>>>> Walter Mitchell
>>>> V-President, Ohio Diabetes Action Network Board member, National
>>>> Diabetes Action Network
>>>> (513) 582-8606
>>>> Walterl.mitch2 at gmail.com

>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>>>> Behalf Of ryan mcmanomy via Diabetes-Talk
>>>> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 10:25 AM
>>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>>> Cc: ryan mcmanomy
>>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

>>>> Hello my name is Ryan I am type two diabetes.
>>>> I have been blind sence age 5 I can see light colors and shadows.
>>>> I have a meter that talks but I have not mastered it yet I have a
>>>> person that comes three times a week and a nerse that comes one time a week.
>>>> I was on meds for my diabetes  but it was affecting my kidneys witch
>>>> are getting bad.
>>>> I am trying not to bee sad all the time am I am on meds for that too
>>>> but I smoke cigs and eat a lot to help it.
>>>> Beening blind I am not good at making a good mille to eat that is
>>>> not from the freezer wich has a lot of salt or just grabbing the
>>>> first thing I find.
>>>> Thank for any and all help and feel free to ask more if you want!

>>>> t
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