THE DIABETIC NEWSLETTER
August 20, 2012 - Volume XIII; Issue #18
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MAJOR NEUROPATHY BREAKTHROUGH DISCOVERED.
Hot new formula increases the effectiveness of benfotiamine(B1)
and methylcobalamine(B12) by 12 times when combined with this
super anti-oxidant. Guaranteed to stop the pain and reverse
neuropathy no matter how long you have been suffering!
Claim your FREE TRIAL BOTTLE.
Clinical studies conclude that this formulation has a 92%
success rate at getting rid of neuropathy pain - for good.
This breakthrough treatment will help you:
- Reduce or eliminate numbness and
tingling in your hands, feet and legs
- Eliminate pain and burning sensations
- Support and strengthen your nerves and nerve linings
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- Improve Balance and Coordination
- Guaranteed to work
Neuropathy Support Formula is a capsule you take twice daily that
uses ultra high doses of benfotiamine(B1) and methylcobalamine
(B12) combined with this super anti-oxidant that now makes the
formula 12 times more effective. No side effects.
about this product and to claim your FREE trial bottle.
Limit one (1) FREE bottle per customer and per household.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
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In The News (1 item)
Announcement : New Giveaway
Feature Recipes:
- Summer Radish Salad
- Spinach Salad with Creamy Beet Dressing (w)
- Ham Stuffed Zucchini
- Zucchini-Onion Frittata (w)
- Chilled Melon and Berry Soup
- Cool Melon and Shrimp Salad (w)
- Ratatouille
- Roasted Baby Eggplant and Tomatoes (w)
Diabetes 101:
- Diabetes and Nutrition
- Diet and Weight Gain During Diabetic Pregnancy (w)
Food and Cooking:
- Chilled Roasted Tomato Soup
- Turn Ripe Tomatoes into Bruschetta (w)
Diabetes Q and A:
- What can raise or lower my blood glucose levels?
- Heart Healthy Dining: Tips and Advice (w)
Diabetes Related Explanations & Definitions
Special Sponsor's Message: Neuropathy Treatment Group
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IN THE NEWS
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FDA Approves Lucentis to Treat Diabetic Macular Edema
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ANNOUNCEMENT
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THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
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SUMMER RADISH SALAD
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chives, raw and chopped
- 2 tablespoons parsley, dried or fresh
- 1 teaspoon lite soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 4 cups radish, sliced
Directions
Mix all ingredients together well and
refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 46; Protein: 0.8 g; Sodium: 49 mg;
Fat: 2.6 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat
Also Try: Spinach Salad with Creamy Beet Dressing
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HAM STUFFED ZUCCHINI
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 8 small zucchini
- 4 cups low-fat ham, chopped fine
- 2 eggs or egg substitute, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-fat Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
Directions
With a sharp knife, cut off the ends of the zucchini
and hollow out the inside, removing the pulp.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ham, eggs,
basil, green pepper and cheese.
Pack 1/2 cup of this mixture into each zucchini,
using fingers or a teaspoon.
Place the zucchini in a baking dish coated
with a non-stick cooking spray.
Brush the stuffed zucchini with oil.
Bake in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 45 minutes.
The zucchini will be fork-tender.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 190; Protein: 7 g; Sodium: 29 mg;
Fat: 6.6 g; Carbohydrates: 8.5 g
Exchanges: 3/4 Bread/Starch, 1 Medium-Fat Meat
Also Try: Zucchini-Onion Frittata
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CHILLED MELON AND BERRY SOUP
Yield: 6 servings (1/2 cup each)
Ingredients
- 1 cup cantaloupe chunks
- 1 cup honeydew chunks
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 Tbsp orange juice
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1/2 cup blueberries
Directions
In a food processor or blender, combine the melons,
wine, juice and sugar. Puree until almost smooth.
Add buttermilk and process again.
Top each serving with blueberries.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 67; Protein: 2 g; Sodium: 49 mg;
Cholesterol: 1 mg; Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Exchanges: 1 Fruit
Also Try: Cool Melon and Shrimp Salad
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RATATOUILLE
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- 4 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 onion, coarsely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb. tomatoes, chopped,
OR 1 can (28 oz.) whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
Directions
Sprinkle eggplant lightly with salt and let
drain in colander for 30 minutes. Pat dry.
In non-stick skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high
heat. Add eggplant. Stir and cook until soft and browned,
about 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer eggplant to bowl.
Add remaining oil to pan and heat until hot. Add red
peppers, zucchini, onion and garlic. Cook vegetables,
stirring, until tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Mix in tomatoes, basil and eggplant. Stirring occasionally,
cook on low heat 15 to 20 minutes or until all vegetables
are very tender. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Ratatouille, a specialty of the Provence region of France,
is a popular and versatile dish that uses large amounts of
produce. The tomatoes and eggplant create a juicy, stew-like
sauce that accentuates the flavors of basil and garlic.
Serve it hot as a side dish or over a grain for an entree.
This version also tastes great when served cold.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 123; Protein: 4 g; Sodium: 200 mg;
Fat: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
Exchanges: 3-1/2 Vegetable; 1 Fat
Also Try: Roasted Baby Eggplant and Tomatoes
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DIABETES 101:
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DIABETES AND NUTRITION
Early diagnosis of diabetes is extremely important. The earlier
it is diagnosed, the sooner steps can be taken to manage the
disease and prevent or delay complications. The Canadian
Diabetes Association recommends routine screening every three
years for everyone age 45 or over and screening every year
for individuals with other risk factors.
Diabetes is a disease in which the body cannot properly store
and use food for energy. The fuel that a body needs is called
glucose, a form of sugar. Glucose comes from foods such as
fruit, milk, some vegetables, starchy foods and sugar.
To control blood glucose, people with diabetes need to eat
nutritious foods, be physically active and may need to take
pills and/or insulin. Here are some tips to help people
recently diagnosed with diabetes, but they hold true
for anyone seeking a healthier lifestyle.
Tips
Eat three meals per day at regular times and space meals
no more than six hours apart. You may benefit from a
healthy snack. Eating at regular times helps your body
control blood glucose levels.
Eat more high fiber, less refined foods. High fiber cereals
can provide almost half your required daily intake of fiber.
Foods high in fiber may help you feel full and may lower
blood glucose and cholesterol levels.
Limit sugars and sweets such as sugar, regular pop, desserts,
candies, jam and honey. Large intakes of sugar may cause
higher blood glucose. Artificial sweeteners can be useful.
Limit the amount of high fat food you eat such as fried
foods, chips, and pastries. High fat foods may cause you
to gain weight. A healthy weight helps with blood glucose
control and is healthier for your heart.
If you are thirsty, drink water. Drinking regular pop
and fruit juice will raise your blood glucose.
Add physical activity to your life. Regular physical
activity will improve your blood glucose control.
Online version:
You may also be interested in reading:
Diet and Weight Gain During Diabetic Pregnancy
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FOOD AND COOKING
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CHILLED ROASTED TOMATO SOUP
Take on the summer heat with this cool version of tomato
soup, both elegant and easy to prepare. It features plum
tomatoes, which are about the shape and size of eggs and
are specifically grown for making sauce. They are perfect
for this soup.
Plum tomatoes are highly flavorful with a solid fleshy content
because they have fewer seed compartments than other varieties
of tomatoes. The Spanish explorer Cortez discovered tomatoes
growing in Montezuma's gardens and brought seeds back to
Europe where they became popular, especially in Italy.
Add in some basil, which comes in over 50 varieties, and
you have the beginning of a great soup. Basil is steeped
in folklore. One legend, for example, is that it could cure
the bite of the dragon-like creature known as a basilisk
hence the name basil. This creature was supposed to have
the head of a rooster, the body of a serpent and the wings
of a bat. Accordingly, basil was thought to have medicinal
properties when applied to the bites or stings of animals.
Another wonderful herb, with seemingly endless tales, is
rosemary. The name derives from the Latin, ros, meaning dew,
and marinus, meaning sea; hence, one of its common names is
"dew of the sea." The ancient Greeks burned it to drive away
evil spirits and illnesses, and it was believed that a fresh
twig beneath your pillow would prevent nightmares and ensure
a good night's sleep.
Balsamic vinegar adds a tangy acidity and you can add a dollop
of sour cream to thicken the soup and give it a somewhat creamy
quality. Chill for a fresh, clean quality and taste that is a
great counterbalance to hot weather.
Chilled Roasted Tomato Soup
Yield: Makes 4 servings.
Serving size: 1-1/2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 pounds plum tomatoes, halved
- 8 cloves garlic
- 2 cups low-sodium organic chicken stock (a little more
stock may be added, depending on how thick you want the
soup)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2-3 Tbsp. fresh rosemary
- 1/2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Reduced fat sour cream to garnish
- 4 sprigs parsley to garnish
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Rub a little oil on surface of a baking dish. Toss tomatoes
and garlic cloves with remaining oil in bowl. Place tomato
halves and garlic on baking dish. Roast for about 1 hour. (A
little charring is tasty but don't burn the tomatoes or garlic.)
Remove from oven. Snip off garlic clove ends. Hand squeeze
(be careful, they are hot!) or use the blade of a butter
knife to squeeze out softened garlic from the skins into
a blender or food processor.
Add tomatoes to processor, scraping the bits to capture all
the flavor. Add stock, basil, rosemary and vinegar. Season
with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Let cool and place
in refrigerator to chill. Divide among 4 bowls, garnish
with a dollop of sour cream and parsley and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
126 calories; 6 g total fat; 1 g saturated fat;
11 g carbohydrate; 5 g protein;
4 g dietary fiber; 53 mg sodium
Online version:
You May Also Enjoy Reading:
Turn Ripe Tomatoes into Bruschetta
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DIABETES RELATED DEFINITIONS
AND EXPLANATIONS
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ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS
A condition of the shoulder associated with diabetes
that results in pain and loss of the ability to move
the shoulder in all directions.
CALORIE
A unit representing the energy provided by food. Carbohydrate,
protein, fat, and alcohol provide calories in the diet.
Carbohydrate and protein have 4 calories per gram, fat has
9 calories per gram, and alcohol has 7 calories per gram.
DERMOPATHY
Disease of the skin.
DILATED EYE EXAM
A test done by an eye care specialist in which the pupil (the
black center) of the eye is temporarily enlarged with eyedrops
to allow the specialist to see the inside of the eye more easily.
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DIABETES Q AND A:
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QUESTION:
What can raise or lower my blood glucose levels?
ANSWER:
Your blood glucose may get too high if you:
- Eat more than usual
- Eat foods high in sugar
- Exercise less than usual
- Have a lot of stress
- Have an infection or other illness
- Take certain medicines
- Do not take enough insulin or other diabetes medication
Your blood glucose may get too low if you:
- Eat less than usual
- Delay or skip a meal
- Exercise more than usual
- Take too much insulin or other diabetes medication
You may also be interested in reading:
Heart Healthy Dining: Tips and Advice
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SPECIAL SPONSOR'S MESSAGE
=========================
MAJOR NEUROPATHY BREAKTHROUGH DISCOVERED.
Hot new formula increases the effectiveness of benfotiamine(B1)
and methylcobalamine(B12) by 12 times when combined with this
super anti-oxidant. Guaranteed to stop the pain and reverse
neuropathy no matter how long you have been suffering!
Claim your FREE TRIAL BOTTLE.
Clinical studies conclude that this formulation has a 92%
success rate at getting rid of neuropathy pain - for good.
This breakthrough treatment will help you:
- Reduce or eliminate numbness and
tingling in your hands, feet and legs
- Eliminate pain and burning sensations
- Support and strengthen your nerves and nerve linings
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- Improve Balance and Coordination
- Guaranteed to work
Neuropathy Support Formula is a capsule you take twice daily that
uses ultra high doses of benfotiamine(B1) and methylcobalamine
(B12) combined with this super anti-oxidant that now makes the
formula 12 times more effective. No side effects.
about this product and to claim your FREE trial bottle.
Limit one (1) FREE bottle per customer and per household.
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