GIDDY'S DIABETES BLOG
A Blog About Diabetes and Other Health Related Topics created November 1, 2007
All information contained on Giddy's Diabetes Blog is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The information is not intended to be a replacement or substitute for consultation with a qualified medical professional or for professional medical advice related to diabetes or another medical condition. Please contact your physician or medical professional with any questions and concerns about your medical condition.
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WELCOME TO MY BLOG!!
MEET THE CREATOR!!

- GIDDY
- I am a 51 year old, type 1 diabetic, taking Novorapid before meals on a sliding scale as per my carbohydrate intake and also Humulin N twice daily. As with any diabetic, I struggle daily to keep my sugars in check and try to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I have had many many questions about diabetes and the complications involved so I went "web surfing". I found some wonderful information out there and thought I would create a more condensed place to get the information. I am sharing the information I found to all who read this blog in hopes that it will be as helpful to you as its been to me. Hope you enjoy the blog.
DIABETES IS NOT A DEATH SENTENCE....ITS A LIFESTYLE CHANGE TO A MUCH HEALTHIER YOU!!
NOVEMBER IS DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH

Wear a grey ribbon to show you care and are aware!!
ATTENTION All Metformin Users! Please read!!
CARBOHYDRATES ....ARE THEY NEEDED?

DIABETIC 1,600 CALORIE DIET SAMPLE MENU ONLY
Drop all the white stuff out of your cupboards like white bread, white pasta, white rice, white potatoes, etc...replace it with higher fiber choices like whole grain bread, whole wheat or multi grain pasta, brown rice, sweet potatoes or yams. Fiber is slow digesting and makes you feel fuller longer. Also its great for losing weight!!! Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables instead of frozen or canned...the fiber is better for you. Its also important to eat more fish per week. Fish contains much needed Omega 3 fatty acids that the body desperately requires to help with those nasty triglycerides and cholesterols that affect our hearts.
To calculate the net, or effective, carbohydrate content of a food, subtract the number of grams of fiber from the number of grams of carbohydrate. For example, 1 cup of blackberries has 14 grams of carbs, but almost 8 grams of it comes from fiber. Total Carbs – Fiber = Net Carbohydrate or in our example, 14 grams – 8 grams = 6 grams of net carbs.
Remember....before you start any diet or exercise program, you must ALWAYS consult your Medical Professional first!!
Consult your Dietician to determine the amount of calories and carbohydrates you should be allowing for your daily intake.
Breakfast
(360 calories, 52.5 grams carbohydrate)
1 slice toasted whole wheat bread with 1 teaspoon margarine
1/4 cup egg substitute or cottage cheese
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 small banana
Lunch
(535 calories, 75 grams carbohydrate)
1 cup vegetable soup with 4-6 crackers
1 turkey sandwich (2 slices whole wheat bread, 1 ounce turkey and 1 ounce low-fat cheese, 1 teaspoon mayonnaise)
1 small apple
Dinner
(635 calories, 65 grams carbohydrate)
4 ounces broiled chicken breast with basil and oregano sprinkled on top
2/3 cup cooked brown rice
1/2 cup cooked carrots
1 small whole grain dinner roll with 1 teaspoon margarine
Tossed salad with 2 tablespoons low-fat salad dressing
4 unsweetened canned apricot halves or 1 small slice of angel food cake
Snacks
(Each has 60 calories or 15 grams carbohydrate. Pick two per day.)
16 fat-free tortilla chips with salsa
1/2 cup artificially sweetened chocolate pudding
1 ounce string cheese plus one small piece of fruit
3 cups "lite" popcorn
A LITTLE F.Y.I.

THE DISCUSSION BOARD
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Blog Archive

DIABETIC TIPS FOR LIFE
Know Your A, B, C's!!
A – A1c, or hemoglobin A1c test.
- ADA goal is less than 7%.
- AACE goal is 6.5% or less.
B – Blood pressure
C – Cholesterol
- HDL (good) cholesterol – >40 mg/dl (1.0 mmol/l) in men; >50 mg/dl (1.3 mmol/l) in women
Talk with your diabetes care provider to determine your individual goals for A1c, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
*All guidelines are from the American Diabetes Association Standards of Medical Care for Patients with Diabetes Mellitus (2007), unless otherwise indicated.
Resource: www.dlife.comHow To Treat Low Blood Glucose Levels
Don’t overdo it in treating a low blood glucose episode. If you overtreat, you’ll end up in a vicious low/high cycle. Remember the 15 grams/15 minutes rule: take 15 grams of a fast acting carbohydrate and wait fifteen minutes before re-testing. If your levels are still too low, repeat and retest.
Good sources of fast acting carbohydrates include:
- Glucose tablets (read packaging for equivalent of 15 grams carb)
- Non-diet soda (read packaging)
- Smarties candies (3 small rolls)
- Sweet Tarts (8 tablets)
- Honey (1 tablespoon)
Resource: dLife.com
When Is The Best Time To Exercise??Anytime you will do it. So many say they don't have time to exercise. You need to make time. Only you can work out when to work out.
Remember, when it comes to diabetes and exercise:
Check your blood glucose before and after exercise to see how you respond.
It's all about balance. Keep track of what you eat, your meds, and your physical activity. This way, you can make adjustments.
The ADA recommends avoiding exercise if fasting glucose levels are higher than 250 mg/dl (13.89 mmol/l) and ketosis is present, and using caution if glucose levels are higher than 300 mg/dl (16.67 mmol/l) and no ketosis is present. If levels are below 100 mg/dl (5.56 mmol/l) before exercise, have a snack and retest in 15 minutes.
**Always talk with your Doctor or Endocrynologist before starting any exercise regime.Resource: www.dlife.com
Good Portion Control Is The Key
Practice good portion control to keep your carbohydrate intake accurate and your blood sugar in check.
Have the right tools. Invest in a gram scale and a good set of measuring cups and spoons.Serve smart. Dish up portions at the counter, not at the dinner table.
Give yourself a hand. When the scale isn’t near, estimate portions with hand equivalents – for example, a woman’s fist would be about the size of one potato or fruit serving.
Practice, practice, practice. Measure everything diligently for a week until you get a feel for appropriate portion sizes.
Resource: www.dlife.com

SHOP THE ONLINE STORES
- American Diabetes Association - Carb Counting Books
- American Diabetes Association - CDs, Videos and Other Materials
- American Diabetes Association - Complete Guide to Convenience Food Counts
- American Diabetes Association - Meal Planning Guides
- American Diabetes Association - Month Of Meals Cookbook Series
- American Diabetes Association - Nutrition/Weight Control Books
- American Diabetes Association - Treatment & Self-Care Books
- American Diabetes Association Accessories and Gifts
- American Diabetes Association Apparel
- American Diabetes Association Cook Books
- American Diabetic Association Bookstore
- Diabeticshop.co.uk
- dLife - The Diabetes Store
- Medicool - Health & Beauty Products
- The Diabetes Game
Food and Meal Planning Suggestions and Tips
There are neither magic bullets nor forbidden foods in a diabetic diet--it's about making educated choices, practicing portion control and moderation and choosing nutritious foods the whole family can enjoy. Every day, include a variety of fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and high-fiber whole grains and beans.
Carbohydrates are the primary fuel for your body and brain. They also contribute most to your blood sugar and glucose levels. They're found in breads, grains, beans, fruits and vegetables and dairy products, as well as in table sugar, cakes, cookies, ice cream, and other sweets. Adults should aim for 50 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per meal, and 10 to 30 grams per snack.
Sugar and sweets can be part of a diabetic diet, but should be combined with other foods to lessen their impact on blood sugar. If you choose to have dessert, plan ahead, substituting it for other carbohydrates in the meal (like pasta, rice, or bread). When preparing desserts, reduce the sugar, when possible, to about 1/3 to 1/2 of the original amount, or use sugar substitutes.
High-fiber foods help stabilize blood sugar and lower cholestrol. Aim for 25 to 35 grams of fiber per day. High-fiber foods include oats and barley, whole grains, beans, nuts, fruits, and vegetables.
For protein, select lean meats, seafood, low-fat dairy, 1 egg per day, or legumes (which includes beans, soy products, and peanut butter). Aim for 15 to 20% of your daily calories to be from protein (or 75 to 100 grams daily on a 2000 calorie per day diet). Any extra protein will be used as calories or stored as fat.
Fats are a necessary part of any diet. With diabetes, excess weight and risk of heart disease are concerns, so managing fat intake is especially important. Avoid saturated fats, like those found in full-fat dairy, red meat, and chicken skin -- and also trans fats, found in commercially fried and processed foods. All fats, even the healthy ones, are high in calories, so use them sparingly.
Water and other low-calorie beverages are the best ways to quench your thirst without adding excess calories and carbohydrates.
If you drink alcohol, limit drinks to 1 per day for women and 2 per day for men, and always consume it with food.
Weight loss and daily exercise lower blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol -- which in turn may lower amount of medication you need.
Managing your diabetes is crucial. Work closely with your health care team, and if they have a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), sign up for classes. Schedule a session with a Registered Dietician to work out an eating plan and to stay current on the latest research. And involve your family -- research shows that family support is one of the strongest predictors of successful management of diabetes.
Resource: thefoodnetwork.com
THE RECIPE CORNER....CHECK OUT SOME GREAT DIABETIC RECIPES

Resource: www.dLife.com
To calculate the net, or effective, carbohydrate content of a food, subtract the number of grams of fiber from the number of grams of carbohydrate. For example, 1 cup of blackberries has 14 grams of carbs, but almost 8 grams of it comes from fiber. Total Carbs – Fiber = Net Carbohydrate or in our example, 14 grams – 8 grams = 6 grams of net carbs.
FOOD LINKS.....Recipes and Helpful Tips
- 12 Fibre Foods for Diabetics
- All Recipes
- Anti-Inflammatory Food List
- Better Recipes
- Children With Diabetes Recipes
- Company's Coming Diabetic Recipes
- Cook's Recipes
- Diabetic Diet Plan
- Diabetic Gourmet Magazine
- Diabetic Recipes
- dLife Diabetic Recipe Files
- dLife Meal Manager
- dLife Recipe Videos
- dLife's Healthy Swap Tips
- dLife's Helpful Hints
- Food Network
- Gluten-Free Recipes
- Kitchen Collection
- Kraft Canada Diabetic Recipes
- Living With Type 2 Diabetes Just Got Easier With Diabetes Essentials
- Low Carb Luxury
- Miserly Mom's Recipes and Helpful Tips
- Nibbledish Originals Search - Diet Plans and Recipes for Diabetics
- Splenda Recipes
- Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes
- Vegetarian Society
- Virtual Grocery Store from the American Diabetes Association
SUGGESTED READING FOR ALL DIABETICS





FUN LINKS...Test Your Diabetes Knowledge!!
- Diabetes Risk Test
- Quiz - 12 Questions on Carbs
- Quiz - Are You Stressed
- Quiz - Cholesterol Quiz
- Quiz - Diabetes and Alcohol
- Quiz - Diabetes and Sex Quiz
- Quiz - dLife Kidney Quiz
- Quiz - Do Supplements Work for Diabetes?
- Quiz - Eco-Friendly Diabetes Quiz
- Quiz - Fats & Oils Quiz
- Quiz - Focus on Men's Health
- Quiz - Foot Care & Diabetes Quiz
- Quiz - Heart Assessment
- Quiz - Heart Disease Basics Quiz
- Quiz - Heart Failure Quiz
- Quiz - Heart-Healthy Diet Quiz
- Quiz - Kidney Risk & Diabetes Quiz
- Quiz - Nutrition Label Quiz
- Quiz - Spring Clean Your Diabetes Quiz
- Quiz - StopThe Spikes
- Quiz - Stroke Quiz
- Quiz - Summer Diabetes Survival
- Quiz - Test Your Holiday IQ
- Quiz - Type 2 Diabetes Risk Screening
- Quiz - What's the Glycemic Index?
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