THE DIABETIC NEWSLETTER
April 07, 2014 - Volume XV; Issue #07
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Great News for Sufferers of Nerve Pain:
2 Capsules Twice Daily Can Change Your Life.
Now is the best time to learn about an all-natural formula
with ingredients backed by many medical clinical studies.
See how these ingredients have been shown to improve
neuropathy symptoms and let you return to a normal life.
Four out of five of our customers have already
discovered how these ingredients will:
- Reduce or eliminate numbness & tingling in hands, feet &
legs
- Lessen or eliminate the pain and burning sensations
- Support & strengthen nerves and nerve linings
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- Improve balance and coordination
Neuropathy Support Formula is a capsule you take twice daily that
uses ultra-high doses of benfotiamine(B1) and methylcobalamine
(B12) combined with a super anti-oxidant that makes
the formula 12 times more effective. No side effects.
And it's backed by our 1-year money-back guarantee
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
Feature Recipes:
- Game Hens with Chutney-Mustard Glaze
- Tangerine Hens (w)
- Gingered Orange Carrots
- Gingered Acorn Squash (w)
- Hummus
- White Bean Dip (w)
- Smoky Cheese Dip
- Penne and Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad (w)
Diabetes 101:
- Children, Teens and Diabetes
- Cooking Up Fun For Kids With Diabetes (w)
- Children May Have Cholesterol Problems, Too (w)
Food and Cooking:
- Learning To Love Cauliflower
- Recipe: Cauliflower With Ginger
- Is Cauliflower the New Potato? (w)
- Recipe: Creamy Cauliflower Puree (w)
- Recipe: Garlic Cauliflower (w)
- Recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Soup (w)
Diabetes Q and A:
- How do I add fruit into my diabetic meal plan?
- Food Exchange Information For Diabetics (w)
Diabetes Related Explanations & Definitions
Special Sponsor's Message: Neuropathy Treatment Group
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IN THE NEWS
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Common Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Could
Extend Hypoglycemia and Increase Health Risks
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THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
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GAME HENS WITH CHUTNEY-MUSTARD GLAZE
Yield: 4 servings
Source: "The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes"
INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 cup prepared mango chutney, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Cornish game hens, split and skinned (about 1-1/4 pounds
each)
DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Prepare the rack of a
shallow roasting pan with nonstick pan spray.
Combine the chutney and mustard; brush about 1/2 of the
mixture over all surfaces of the hens. Place the hen
halves meaty side up on the prepared rack in the roasting pan.
Bake about 50 minutes, or until the hen halves are tender,
brushing often with the remaining chutney mixture and pan
drippings during the cooking time.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/2 hen):
Calories: 145, Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 79 mg, Sodium: 128 mg,
Carbohydrate: 11 g, Dietary Fiber: 0 g, Sugars: 11 g, Protein: 18 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Fruit, 3 Very Lean Meat
Also Try: "Tangerine Hens"
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GINGERED ORANGE CARROTS
Yield: About 2 cups (4 servings)
Source: "The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes"
INGREDIENTS
- 6 medium carrots (about 3/4 pound), peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup homemade chicken broth
or canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 teaspoons margarine
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot,
or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
DIRECTIONS
Combine the carrots and broth in a medium saucepan. Cover
and simmer over low heat until almost tender, about 10 minutes.
Add the orange juice, margarine, and ginger; simmer,
uncovered, until almost all the liquid is absorbed. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/2 cup):
Calories: 52, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 72 mg,
Carbohydrate: 8 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 1 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
Also Try: "Gingered Acorn Squash"
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HUMMUS
Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)
Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"
INGREDIENTS
- 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon
liquid
- 3-6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
DIRECTIONS
Combine all ingredients into a blender until
smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if
necessary to make a smooth spread.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories: 49, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg,
Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 2 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate
Also Try: White Bean Dip
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SMOKY CHEESE DIP
Yield: 16 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)
Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup fat-free cream cheese
- 1 cup fat-free sour cream
- 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked crumbled low-fat turkey sausage
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
DIRECTIONS
In a food processor, combine the cream cheese,
sour cream, and mayonnaise. Process until smooth.
Fold in by hand the remaining ingredients. Serve
with crackers or pita bread.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories: 50, Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 7 mg, Sodium: 224 mg,
Carbohydrate: 5 g, Dietary Fiber: 0 g, Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate
Also Try: Penne and Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad
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DIABETES 101:
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CHILDREN, TEENS AND DIABETES
What should a child or teen with diabetes do every day? To
control diabetes and prevent complications, blood glucose
levels must be as close to a "normal" range as safely possible.
Families should work with a health care provider to help
set a child's or teen's targets for blood glucose levels.
The provider can help develop a personal diabetes plan for
the child and discuss ways to manage hypoglycemia (low
blood glucose) and hyperglycemia (high blood glucose).
A Personal Diabetes Plan
A personal diabetes plan ensures that a daily schedule is
in place to keep a child's diabetes under control. A health
care provider develops this plan in partnership with a child
or teen and his or her family. The plan shows the child or
teen how to follow a healthy meal plan, get regular physical
activity, check blood glucose levels, and take insulin or
oral medication as prescribed.
Follow A Healthy Meal Plan
A child or teen needs to follow a meal plan developed by
a physician, diabetes educator, or a registered dietitian.
A meal plan outlines proper nutrition for growth. A meal
plan also helps keep blood glucose levels in the target
range. Children or adolescents and their families can
learn how different types of food, especially carbohydrates
such as breads, pasta, and rice, can affect blood glucose
levels. Portion size, the right amount of calories for the
child's age, and ideas for healthy food choices at meal and
snack time also should be discussed. Family support for
following the meal plan and setting up regular meal times
is a key to success, especially if the child or teen is
taking insulin.
Get Regular Physical Activity
A child or teen with diabetes needs regular physical activity.
Exercise helps to lower blood glucose levels, especially in
children and adolescents with type 2 diabetes. Exercise is
also a good way to help children control their weight. If
possible, a child or teen should check blood glucose levels
before beginning a game or sport. A child or teen should not
exercise if blood glucose levels are too low.
Check Blood Glucose Levels Regularly
A child or teen should check blood glucose levels regularly
with a blood glucose meter, preferably a meter with a
built-in memory. A health care professional can teach a
child how to use a blood glucose meter properly and how
often to use it. Blood glucose meter results show if blood
glucose levels are in the target range, too high, or too
low. A child should keep a journal or other records of
blood glucose results to discuss with his or her health
care provider. This information helps the provider make
any needed changes to the child's or teen's personal
diabetes plan.
Take All Diabetes Medication As Prescribed
A child or teen should take all diabetes medication as
prescribed. Parents, caregivers, school nurses, and others
can help a child or teen learn how to take medications
properly. For type 1 diabetes, a child or teen takes insulin
shots at regular times each day. Some children and teens use
an insulin pump, which delivers insulin. Some children or
teens with type 2 diabetes need oral medication or insulin
shots or both. In any case, all medication should be balanced
with food and activity every day.
Hypoglycemia And Hyperglycemia
Keeping blood glucose levels within the target range
is the goal of diabetes control. However, extremes in
blood glucose levels can occur for several reasons. The
parent or caregiver should talk with a health care provider
about how to deal with these potential problems related to
a child's or teen's diabetes.
Blood glucose levels can sometimes drop too low - a condition
called hypoglycemia. Taking too much diabetes medicine,
missing a meal or snack, or exercising too much may cause
hypoglycemia. A child or teen can become nervous, shaky,
and confused. When blood glucose levels fall very low,
the person can lose consciousness or develop seizures.
Talk to the child's or teen's health care provider about
how to deal with this serious but manageable condition.
YOU MAY ALSO WANT TO READ:
Cooking Up Fun For Kids With Diabetes (w)
Children May Have Cholesterol Problems, Too (w)
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FOOD AND COOKING
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LEARNING TO LOVE CAULIFLOWER
You and your family may think you don't like cauliflower,
but that may be based on bad experiences. Many people's
first encounter with cauliflower was as a soggy, overcooked,
bland dish. But with careful and light-handed preparation,
this elegant member of the cabbage family could easily
become a popular addition to your table.
Cauliflower has a naturally mild, sweet flavor. Versatile
in the kitchen, it can be steamed, baked, saut?ed, or even
grilled. In southern Asia, cauliflower is often used as
the foundation on which to build a flavorful dish to
accompany grilled chicken or fish. In other regions,
cauliflower is added to curries, stir-fries and tomato-based
dishes served with pasta.
Cauliflower is usually white but can be green or purple.
When shopping for cauliflower, look for a firm head with
compact florets. The leaves should be crisp and green and
not yellowing. The size of the head doesn't affect the quality.
To use cauliflower, separate the florets. To prevent
discoloration, add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the
cooking water. Cooked cauliflower can be refrigerated for
up to three days. Wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, raw
cauliflower can be refrigerated for up to five days.
Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable like cabbage,
broccoli, Brussels sprouts, chard, kale, mustard greens,
rutabagas and turnips. A study in the Journal of Nutrition
says that we're still not eating enough cruciferous veggies.
That's unfortunate, because research showed that compounds
in these vegetables help fight off cancer of the colon,
stomach, lung and possibly breast.
Mark Twain said, "Cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with
a college education." It's worth giving this educated
vegetable another try.
CAULIFLOWER WITH GINGER
Makes 4 servings.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 small head cauliflower, chopped into large
florets (about 4 cups)
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 2 tsp. canola oil
- 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
- 2 Tbsp. fresh ginger root, minced
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 2 tsp. freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro (coriander) finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
Have chopped cauliflower, hot water, oil and
spices near stove, ready to use.
Heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat
about 30 seconds. Add oil and heat another 30 seconds.
Add cumin and saute just until the seeds turn brown,
about 10 to 20 seconds. Add ginger and stir briefly.
Add turmeric and stir to mix, then add cauliflower
and stir to distribute spices evenly on cauliflower.
Add hot water, reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook
until the cauliflower is almost tender-crisp, about
3 to 4 minutes, stirring gently halfway through cooking.
Transfer liquid in skillet to a small pan and heat to
a simmer. Cook gently to reduce amount by half. Meanwhile,
increase heat under cauliflower to high and gently stir-fry
to lightly brown cauliflower (about 5 minutes).
Add lemon juice and chopped cilantro to pan of reduced
liquid, mix to blend and heat through. Add to cauliflower,
gently stirring to evenly distribute. Add salt and pepper,
to taste. Serve promptly.
Per serving: 38 calories, 2g total fat (0g saturated fat),
4g carbohydrate, 1g protein, 2g dietary fiber, 20mg sodium
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
You May Also Enjoy:
Is Cauliflower the New Potato?
Recipe: Creamy Cauliflower Puree
Recipe: Garlic Cauliflower
Recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
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DIABETES RELATED DEFINITIONS
AND EXPLANATIONS
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JET INJECTOR
A device that uses high pressure to propel
insulin through the skin and into the body.
NECROBIOSIS LIPOIDICA DIABETICORUM
A skin condition usually on the lower part of the legs.
The lesions can be small or extend over a large area.
They are usually raised, yellow, and waxy in appearance
and often have a purple border. Young women are most
often affected. This condition occurs in people with
diabetes, or it may be a sign of diabetes. It also
occurs in people who do not have diabetes.
RENAL
A term that means having something to do with the kidneys.
VITRECTOMY
Removing the gel from the center of the eyeball because it
has blood and scar tissue in it that blocks sight. An eye
surgeon replaces the clouded gel with a clear fluid.
HOMEOSTATIS
When the body is working as it should because
all of its systems are in balance.
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DIABETES Q AND A:
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QUESTION:
How do I add fruit into my diabetic meal plan?
ANSWER:
Fruit gives you energy, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Eat
fruits raw or cooked, as juice with no sugar added, canned
in their own juice, or dried. Buy smaller pieces of fruit.
Eat pieces of fruit rather than drinking fruit juice. Pieces
of fruit are more filling. Drink fruit juice in small amounts.
Save high-sugar and high-fat fruit desserts such as
peach cobbler or cherry pie for special occasions.
You may also be interested in reading:
Food Exchange Information For Diabetics
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SPECIAL SPONSOR'S MESSAGE
=========================
Great News for Sufferers of Nerve Pain:
2 Capsules Twice Daily Can Change Your Life.
Now is the best time to learn about an all-natural formula
with ingredients backed by many medical clinical studies.
See how these ingredients have been shown to improve
neuropathy symptoms and let you return to a normal life.
Four out of five of our customers have already
discovered how these ingredients will:
- Reduce or eliminate numbness & tingling in hands, feet &
legs
- Lessen or eliminate the pain and burning sensations
- Support & strengthen nerves and nerve linings
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- Improve balance and coordination
Neuropathy Support Formula is a capsule you take twice daily that
uses ultra-high doses of benfotiamine(B1) and methylcobalamine
(B12) combined with a super anti-oxidant that makes
the formula 12 times more effective. No side effects.
And it's backed by our 1-year money-back guarantee
about this product and to claim your FREE trial bottle.
Limit one (1) FREE bottle per customer and per household.
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