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I am 70 and never was a sweet eater. Great shape and no pills six feet tall 180 pounds most of my life.
Had exam and mt AIC test was 6.0 for the last six months. Sugar was 124 after fasting.
I don't know much about this stuff and DR said just come back and test again in three months
I have cut way back on sugar and carbs. Any advise?
Thanks
Had exam and mt AIC test was 6.0 for the last six months. Sugar was 124 after fasting.
I don't know much about this stuff and DR said just come back and test again in three months
I have cut way back on sugar and carbs. Any advise?
Thanks
Edy's
Slow Churned,NO sugar added!!
Sugar=3g
Carbs=15g yikes!!
fiber=2g
sugar alcohol=4g what is that?
Also 1/2 the fat
Doesn't sound as good now I read the label. Thoughts?
Slow Churned,NO sugar added!!
Sugar=3g
Carbs=15g yikes!!
fiber=2g
sugar alcohol=4g what is that?
Also 1/2 the fat
Doesn't sound as good now I read the label. Thoughts?
Dreyer's Grand makes Edy's. Whenever you see on the label "No Sugar Added" it means no sugar added to the included sugar, which you list as 3 grams. That is enough to turn me away. Look for "Sugar Free" products.
Sugar alcohols are usually used with an artificial sweetener to enhance sweetness of foods. Consumption of sugar alcohols does affect blood sugar levels, but in small amounts does little to elevate blood sugars mainly due to them not being digestible. That being said, as with most nondigestible food sources, sugar alcohols may also cause bloating and diarrhea when consumed in excessive amount. This amount may vary by each person. HTH
Sugar alcohols are usually used with an artificial sweetener to enhance sweetness of foods. Consumption of sugar alcohols does affect blood sugar levels, but in small amounts does little to elevate blood sugars mainly due to them not being digestible. That being said, as with most nondigestible food sources, sugar alcohols may also cause bloating and diarrhea when consumed in excessive amount. This amount may vary by each person. HTH
I can see this is going to take some time. Ay any rate I know i have cut my intake in half if not more.
As I have said I am not over weight so I have to at least maintain my weight. I don't want to waste away to 160lbs etc.
As I have said I am not over weight so I have to at least maintain my weight. I don't want to waste away to 160lbs etc.
Need some help.
As my post said I was told I had high blood sugar. Well I have been eliminating all sugar from my diet for about three weeks. Lost 10 lbs. I just got a blood sugar tester and it is 57!!!! @ 9Pm at night. I will check it in the morning fasting. have I over done it?? Should I start eating? I guess I will see the Dr asap.
Thanks
As my post said I was told I had high blood sugar. Well I have been eliminating all sugar from my diet for about three weeks. Lost 10 lbs. I just got a blood sugar tester and it is 57!!!! @ 9Pm at night. I will check it in the morning fasting. have I over done it?? Should I start eating? I guess I will see the Dr asap.
Thanks
"I just got a blood sugar tester and it is 57!!!! @ 9Pm at night."
These can affect test results:
Does your meter calibrate to test strips?
Was the test area cleaned with an alcohol swab or with soap and water prior to testing?
Name/brand of meter?
Test at bedtime then first thing in morning [fasting].
These can affect test results:
Does your meter calibrate to test strips?
Was the test area cleaned with an alcohol swab or with soap and water prior to testing?
Name/brand of meter?
Test at bedtime then first thing in morning [fasting].
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Your BMI is 24.4 at the upper range of normal. At 160 lbs your BMI would be 21.7, smack dab in the middle of normal [18.5 - 24.9]. Shedding a few pounds will help lower your blood sugars. And then....
"I have cut way back on sugar and carbs. Any advise?"
This is kind of a general statement as you didn't mention how much you cut back. It is, however, a very good start. First step is to eliminate sugar completely from your diet. Instead, use alternative sweeteners like Splenda or Stevia. Next is cutting way back on carbs. Use Google to understand the difference between simple and complex carbs. The latter is good for you. You do need some carbs in your body for energy. So pay attention to portion sizes. If you go too low on carbs your skin will start to stink like ammonia so watch this carefully. The last key is exercise. Exercise helps burn off excess sugar. You want to do 30-60 minutes of exercise daily or at least 5 times a week. Walking at a good pace really burns off excess
sugars. Good luck -
Last and foremost is your home glucose [blood sugar] test meter. If you don't have they are available at Walgreens or Wal*Mart for under $15. Carefully read the instructions, the do's and don'ts. You want to test at
1.] Fasting, first thing in morning b4 eating or drinking any colored liquids.
2.] Preprandial, b4 a meal for a baseline measurement
3.] Postprandial, 2-3 hrs after a meal. Compare against preprandial results. This will tell how the foods you ate affected your blood sugars. Avoid those that do.