Steering clear of sugar is the most imperative dictum for all diabetics. That is the reason why sugar alternates are used in lieu of table sugar. But it is imperative to have enough information about all these substitutes of sugar before consuming them. Sugar Substitutes for Diabetics Most of the sugar substitutes available in the markets are not reckoned as a component of our everyday carbohydrate consumption. They are all calorie free and are endowed with a sugary taste. But some sweeteners like Sorbitol or Mannitol can lift up the blood sugar level. The most secure way to use these substitutes is to use them in homemade dishes and beverages. Splenda® is the product name for sucralose and it hangs on to its taste whilst being used in cakes and hot drinks. Picture 1: Spenda - Natural Sugar Substitutes Source – Splenda.com Aspartame is sold by NutraSweet® and is a better alternative for use in cold recipes. Picture 2: NutraSweet- Natural Sugar Substitutes Source – NutraSweet.com Another great company producing high quality diabetes friendly sugar substitutes is Equal®. Picture 2: Equal - Natural Sugar Substitutes Source – Equal.com Therefore, almost every single sugar substitute available in the market is regarded as safe for consumption by diabetics. However, there might be some side effects like allergies that [...]
Does Cinnamon Lower Blood Sugar Level For Diabetes?
by on 28. Mar, 2010 in diabetes nutrition, frequently asked questions
Diabetes, once the burden for wealthy men (and women), has now become a common problem which is affecting everyone that seems to come in its range. It is one of the major reasons behind stroke, kidney failures, treat heart attacks and even eye problems. The diagnosis and treatment becomes more complex when one fails to get what type of diabetes it is. Going by definition, diabetes occurs when the body stops registering its production of insulin which results in increase in the blood sugar levels. Recently, many medical researchers have started appreciating the effects of cinnamon in lowering the blood sugar level. In type 2 diabetics (mostly), it is seen that consuming a large amount of fatty acids can make the cholesterol to stick to the arteries which prevents glucose from reaching to the cells. Cinnamon consists of MHCP (methyl hydroxy chalcone polymer) which reduces the stuck cholesterol and increases the absorption level of glucose by the cells. It also enhances the ability and response of fatty cells towards insulin which is another major benefit for diabetics. Diabetes can also result in mal-absorption of various salts, such as magnesium, which are necessary for the body. Cinnamon constitutes of a lot of magnesium and supplements the body with necessary nutrients. Doctors [...]
CALIFORNIA PRUNES : Good for diabetes diet
by on 26. Mar, 2010 in diabetes diet, Diabetes News and Research, diabetes nutrition
The name California Prunes is a sweet reminder of their origins (plums) and as one of the most delicious fruits of summer, enhanced by dehydrating for heightened taste and convenience. California Prunes are a rich source of several micronutrients involved in bone metabolism, including potassium, vitamin K, and boron. They can easily be incorporated daily into meals or snacks at any time of the day. California Prunes rank very high in antioxidant power and are cholesterol, sodium and fat free. And now, diabetic patients have another reason to eat prunes. Why? Because California prunes provide both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. About 60 percent of the dietary fiber in California Prunes is pectin, a type of soluble fiber that helps control blood sugar (glucose) levels in people with diabetes. Prunes’ fiber (soluble) helps in normalizing the blood sugar levels by slowing down the rate of food movement in the stomach and delays the absorption of the glucose after the meal. The fiber also increases the insulin sensitivity and thus plays a key role in battling diabetes type 2. And also, prunes’ soluble fiber will provide a sense of satisfied fullness after taking a meal thus helping in preventing weight gain and over eating. They have a very low Glycemic Index (GI) of about [...]
Diabetes Diet and Nutrition
by on 29. Jan, 2010 in diabetes diet, diabetes nutrition
Once you become a diabetic you get worried about your diet.It is better that you consult your doctor as he can guide you through proper diet. What you eat is closely related to the amount of sugar in your blood so it becomes necessary for you to control your diet intake so that your sugar level is under control. Special Diabetic Diet There is as such no one specific diet for diabetes.You will have to chart out a meal plan with the help of your dietician. For a diabetic person a healthy diet consists consists of 40% to 60% of calories from carbohydrates , 20% from protein and 30% or less from fats.Your diet should be low in cholesterol , salt and sugar. You need to plan your diet according to your lifestyle , weight and medication. Nutrition Treatment in Diabetes Your each meal can have 2 to 5 choices of carbohydrates, 1 choice of protein and a certain amount of fat. Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are found in fruits , vegetables , beans and starchy foods as bread. Have fresh fruits and avoid canned fruits. Condinments such as nonfat mayonnaise, Ketchup and mustard are also carbohydrates. Carbohydrates intake can be controlled by counting your carbohydrate.Carbohydrate counting means counting the total number [...]
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