E-mails to ChristineQ:What is the difference between sugar and sugar alcohols?A: Sugar alcohols are reduced calorie sugar substitutes that can be found in sugar-free candies, desserts, chewing gum, and other products. Sugar alcohols do not have as much effect on blood sugar in comparison to regular table sugar. If a food contains more than 5 grams sugar alcohol, the American Diabetes Association recommends subtracting 1/2 of the sugar alcohol grams from the total carbohydrate in a food...
Read Christine's Entire AnswerDiabetes Study - Average Weight Loss 11.22 Pounds!
Great news! We have some preliminary data regarding our ongoing Diabetes Self-Management Study. Average weight loss is approximately 11.22 pounds! Congratulations to
everyone participating in the study. Keep up the good work!
GlucoMenu - Average Weight Loss 11.22 Pounds!
GlucoMenu® Denver Scramble PitaRecipe Ingredients: 1/4 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup red onion, diced
1/2 oz. low sodium baked lean ham, diced
1/2 oz. low sodium mozzarella
1/2 whole wheat pita pocket
Recipe Directions: 1. Heat non-stick skillet.
2. Pour in egg substitute. Turn with spatula to ensure eggs do not stick.
3. Add peppers, onion, ham, and cheese. Turn until eggs are done.
4. Spoon egg scramble into pita half.
5. Serve immediately.
6. Makes 1 serving.
Nutrition Facts per serving: Calories: 213, Carbohydrate: 22 g, Fiber: 5 g, Fat: 6 g, Protein: 19 g, Sodium: 408 mg
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Checking blood sugar is the best way to know how well you are
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Tip of the Week
People with diabetes should check their feet everyday. Nerve complications can lead to numbness in the feet and may
leave you unaware of injury or infection. Follow these steps to keep feet healthy.
Check for cuts, abrasions, and corns daily.
Look for cold or warm areas on your feet which may indicate poor circulation or infection.
Wear comfortable shoes that do not cause blistering or calluses.
Test water temperature prior to stepping into the tub to avoid burns.
Ask your doctor to check your feet at visits.
Never go outside without shoes on.
Monitor blood sugar as recommended by your doctor and check
your feet each day as a part of staying in good health.
Food Picker® Updates
I like to change up my workout routine every 12 weeks or so
In a rut with your exercise program? Changing your activity or increasing intensity can boost the amount of calories burned.
For example, if you have mastered a fast walk, try walking at an incline and moving your arms for a more challenging
workout. Changing up your routine every 12 weeks targets different muscles and adds variety.
My sugar levels are down & I've lost about 40 pounds so far
Christine Carlson, Registered Dietitian &
I went online and found your program. WOW, I am so impressed with how you have "put it all together."
I started on your breakfast menu Friday morning and shopped with your shopping list. What a manageable program.
