tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-301796702011-11-27T19:42:28.477-05:00Informative information about type 1 - Juvenile Diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Site features a collection of diabetic recipes for all categories and diabetic recipes for kids. Links to helpful information and websites.lil ruthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07304841176141774128noreply@blogger.comBlogger331100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30179670.post-36668026240918380912007-12-13T13:46:00.001-05:002008-12-10T16:41:15.732-05:00

Ingredients: 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar3 tbsp salad oil1 Tbsp. honey1 10-0z. package torn mixed blend salad greens1 small carambola (star fruit), thinly sliced1/2 of a small red onion, thinly slicedFresh raspberries Directions: To make the dressing use a screw top jar, combine the raspberry vinegar, oil and honey. Cover and shake well. In an extra large bowl, combine mixed greens, carambola,

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This is sweetened with maple and can be made days before you use it.Ingredients:1/2 cup pure maple syrup or maple flavored syrup1/2 cup water1/3 cup sugar substitute equal to 1/3 cup sugar2 Tbsp. lime juice1 12-oz. package fresh cranberries1 tsp. finely chipped fresh gingerDirections:In a saucepan, combine first four ingredients. Bring to boiling, stirring to dissolve sugar; reduce heat. Simmer,

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This gravy is made with no fat nonstick spray instead of fatty drippings.Total time to prep and make is 25 minutes.Ingredients:1 cup coarsely chopped shallot1 1/2 cups sliced assorted fresh mushrooms1 14 oz. can reduced sodium chicken broth1/4 cup all purpose flour1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar1 tsp. snipped fresh oregano or marjoram or 1/4 tsp. dried oregano or marjoram, crushedDash ground black

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You can serve this recipe in baking dish if you like. I used it to stuff a turkey.Ingredients:1 to 1 1/4 cup reduced sodium chicken broth2 cups chopped, peeled sweet potato12 slices raisin bread, lightly toasted and cut into 1/3 inch pieces.2 tablespoons butter, melted1 1/2 teaspoon Jamaican jerk seasoningDirections:Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. In a medium saucepan bring 3/4 cup of the

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I have found that the holidays does not have to be a tasteless, bland time for diabetics. Many of the traditional recipes can be modified to fit a diabetic diet and there are many new and interesting recipes to try. I will share recipes that you can make for the holidays that are healthy and will fit with whatever diet you may be on. To help you prepare your feast here are some helpful tips

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Hyperglycemmia, low blood suagar is also called insulin reaction. Hypoglycemia happens slowly when a diabetic eats too little food, gets too much exercise or takes to much insulin or oral mediation.The symptoms:The symptoms of hypoglycemia are lightheadedness, hunger, a fast pulse, pale skin, numbness or tingling of the mouth, nausea, headache, impaired speech, vision, or gait.Treating

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Do not obsess about what you think is you ideal weight. Concentrate on loosing 10 pounds over a 3 to 6 month period and keeping it off. Make sure the breads you purchase and eat are really whole wheat. If it does not have whole wheat listed as the first ingredient it is simply white bread in disguise. Anything that make your pulse rate rise and makes you breath harder is consider aerobic. Such

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Gestational diabetes only happens when a women is pregnant. After a baby is born the women no longer has diabetes, however she must take steps to stay active, eat right and maintain a healthy weight level or she may develope type 2 diabetes later in life.During the last two months of pregnancy, it is necessary to follow a meal plan to keep her blood sugar in normal ranger or her baby may grow

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Manage blood sugar levels by check the levels as directed by your physician and taking medication as prescribed.Maintain a healthy diet and do not consume to much carbohydrates.Check your blood sugar in the morning 2 hours after meals. This gives you information on how your blood sugar is going up and when. It can tell you the effects of any diabetes medication you are taking.A daily walk of

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First of all you need to have the genes for diabetes, and there has to be something to trigger it. Foir many people who develope diabetes 2 the tirgger is being overwieght and not getting the propper amount of exercise. Stress can be a trigger also. This sometimes happen during pregnancy.For children with type 1 (juvenile diabetes), a virus may have confused the immune system into

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Here are some great recipes for low sodium mixes and sauces that will help enhance the flavors or your meals.#1 Italiam Seasoning Mix(this makes about 13 servings of 1 teaspoon)Ingredients:6 tsp. marjoram, dried6 tsp. thyme leaves, dried6 tsp. rosemary, dried6 tsp. savory ground3 tsp. dry sage, ground\6 tsp. oregano leaves, dried6 tsp. basil leaves, driedCombine all ingredients.(exchange list

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This recipe makes about 3 quartsIngredients:3 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine, melted 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 2 quarts hot popped corn -use a hot air popper if you have one1 cup fat-free tiny pretzel sticks 1 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts 1/2 cup dry roasted sunflower seeds Directions:In a small

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Ingredients1 lb (lean) ground beef1 (1 1/4 package of taco seasoning mix12 taco shells3/4 cup taco sauce3/4 reduced fat sour cream1 ( 2 1/4) can sliced pitted ripe olivesDirections:Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Mix the meat and seasoning mix. Shape the meat into 36 one inch balls and place on a one inch de ep baking sheet.Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked thorugh. Fill each taco shell

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The three main kinds of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.Type 1 DiabetesType 1 diabetes, formerly called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is usually first diagnosed in children, teenagers, or young adults. In this form of diabetes, the beta cells of the pancreas no longer make insulin because the body’s immune system has attacked and destroyed them.Treatment

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Ingredients:18 large marshmallows6 thin pretzel sticks1 box (4.5) 0z. sugar free fruit snacksblack decorating gelDirections:Thread 3 marshmallows onto each pretzel stick to make 6 bodiesUnwrap fruit snack rolls, but do not unroll. With kitchen scissors or sharp knife, cut rolls into 1/2 inch strips. Unroll strips, remove plastic.Wrap 2 strips around each body to resemble a mummy, leaving small

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4 cups of low fat chocolate milk4 cups of diet root beer1 pint (2 cups ) sugar free chocolate ice creamDirections:In a 8 inch tall galsses, place 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup root beer, stir to mix.Top each serving with 1/4 cup ice cream.

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This recipe was adapted from a recipe from Kool-Aid. Ingredients:2 pkg. (4-serving size each) Sugar Free JELL-O Brand Black Cherry Flavor Gelatin1-1/2 cups boiling water1 pkg. (4-serving size) Sugar Free JELL-O Brand Orange Flavor Gelatin3/4 cup boiling water1/4 cup blueberries3 qt. (12 cups) prepared KOOL-AID Orange Flavor Sugar free Soft Drink Mix, chilledDirections:FOR Hand: Dissolve black

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Ingredients:1/2 tsp powdered mustard1/3 cup Wine vinegar1/4 tsp ground white pepper2 tsp Water1 tsp tomato paste1/2 tsp finely chopped onion7 tbsp salad oilCombine all ingredients in a jar and shake well or puree in a blender for smooth dressing.Makes (12) 1 tbsp ServingsDietary Exchanges:1 FatNutrients Per Serving:50 Calories0 grams Carbohyrate0 grams Protein6 grams Fat0 mg Sodium1 mg

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1 cup low-fat cottage cheese1/2 tsp garlic powder2/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt1/2 tsp dried basil2 green onions chopped1/4 tsp dried oregano1 tsp dijon mustardIn food processor or blender, process cottage cheese and yogurt until smooth. Pour into bowl and stir in onions and seasonings. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 min so flavours develop. Store for up to one week. Stir before serving.

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Ingredients:1 tbsp virgin olive oil1/4 tsp leaf oregano1 tbsp vegetable oil1/8 tsp salt4 tbsp fresh lemon juicepepper to tasteMix all ingredients together and refrigerate. Shake well before using.Makes (6) 1/3 cup ServingsDietary Exchanges: 1 FatNutrients Per Serving: 46 Calories 0 mg Cholesterol 1 gram Carbohydrates 0 grams Protein5 grams Fat

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Researchers have identified several genes associated with the development of type 1 diabetes. The prevailing belief about the etiology, or cause, of type 1 diabetes is that although someone may have a genetic predisposition for developing type 1 diabetes, it takes an environmental trigger (e.g., virus, toxin, drug) to set the autoimmune process in motion that destroys insulin-producing pancreatic

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This is a diabetic recipe designed for kids. Ingredients1 package (10 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough1/2 cup pizza sauce18 slices of turkey pepperoni6 sticks mozzarella cheeseDirections:Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Coat baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Roll out pizza dough on baking sheet to form 12 x 9 inch retangle. Cut pizza dough into 6 (4 1/2 x 4 inch) retangles; sperad

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Ingredients:8 oz (about 2 cups) lightly toasted almonds 1/4 cup potato starch 3 egg whites, at room temperature2/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp cinnamon Dash of salt Instructions:Preheat the oven to 325ºF. Place the almonds in the container of a food processor and process until they resemble a coarse meal. Beat the egg whites until quite stiff. Beat in the

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Ingredients:1 cup mashed very ripe banana 7-1/4 teaspoons Equal® for Recipes* or 24 packets Equal® sweetener or 1 cup Equal® Spoonful* 1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt 4 tablespoons margarine, melted 1 egg 1 egg white 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 to 1/2 cup walnut pieces Directions:Beat banana, Equal®, yogurt,

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Ingredients:1 tsp paprika1 tsp dried sage or thyme, crumbled1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper4 boneless center-cut pork chops-1/2 inch thick (trim off fat)vegetable oil spray2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced4 tbsp low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth, divided1 tbsp Dijon mustard (regular or hot)Directions:Sprinkle the paprika, sage, salt and pepper over the pork chops. Heat a large nonstick skillet

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Ingredients:4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 4 oz each) substitute equivalent to 1 egg, 1 tbsp water2 tsp olive oil1/3 c finely crushed reduced-sodium five- whole-grain crackers1/3 c shredded Parmesan cheese2 tbsp minced fresh parsley1/2 tsp ground oregano, crumbled1/4 tsp pepper vegetable oil sprayDirections:Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Put the breast with the smooth side up

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Yes, it is called gestational diaberes. After the women gives birth she no longer has diabetes. She still needs to take care to maintain a healathy weight or she may develope type 2 diabetes later in life. Usually during the last two months of the pregnancy she will have to follor a meal plan to keep her blood sugar in normal ranges or the baby will row too big.

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As yet there is nor cure for either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. May people who have type 2 diabetes may think that they have been cured by loosing weight and etting regular diet and eaxercise. This is because their blood sugar levels return to normal levels and stay there. This can contiune for years until their pancreas wears out and medication is needed to manage thier levels.There have been

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People who develop type 1 diabetes generally know that they have it because it comes on quickly and the symptoms are serious. This type of diabetes account for about 10% of diabetics.People with type 2 diabetes are more likley to have it without knowing because it does not hurt, and the symptoms come on gradually. Many people have type 2 diabetes for years before ever being diagnosed.

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You need to have the gene for diabetes. Then there has to be a something that triggers the gene. For many people with type 2 diabetes the trigger can be : being overweight, or stress on the body.For children with Juvenile Diabetes - type 1 diabetes, a virus can confuse the immune system into identifying the beta cells in the pancreas as part of the virus and so the immune system destroys the beta

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When you eat it is digested and broken down into glucose (sugar). In this form it travels arund to feed all the cells in the body thruogh the bloodsteram. Glucose can not get into your cells unless insulin is there to let it in. Without insulin the glucose stays in the bloodstream. Each time you eat more glucose goes into your bloodstream. High levels of blood glucose or blood sugar is the sign

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Yes they can. Sugar is a carbohydrate to the body. All carbohydrates, no matter from what source raise the blood sugar. It does not matter if it is a serving of cake or a baked potato it will still raise your blood (glucose) level.

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Over 13,000 children are diagnosed with juvenile diabetes each year in the United States Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes is the most prevalent form in the younger population. Type 1 is caused by an automimmune process in the body. The child's insulin-producing cells in the pancreas are destroyed, hindering the production of insulin. In the past parents were told to monitor the

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