#oats for diabetes

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Oats for Diabetes

To cut to the chase: yes, oats are good for diabetics! Read on to find out why, the best varieties, and ways to consume them for maximum benefits. Oats have some unique benefits for humans, especially for people suffering from insulin resistance disorders, like diabetes.

Read more: https://www.freedomfromdiabetes.org/blog/post/are-oats-good-for-diabetics/2884

[divinekangaroo]

Different horse, this one in rehab. She was sold a while back with strict diet instructions due to her appearance of insulin resistance which weren’t followed, so she got fat. Her owners worked her harder and reduced food quantity (but not changing type) thinking she was just lazy or overeating, until she hurt herself badly. Word got around (as word does in horse communities) and Mr D went and reclaimed her. She is now back to trim and walking normally but won’t race again.

The most mellow horse I have had the privilege of meeting.

[mdmuyourhealthisbetter]

Your Health is Better Series - Dealing with Diabetes (2)

A balanced diet, especially one that includes fiber-rich foods, plays a vital role in regulating blood sugar levels for individuals with diabetes. Blood sugar, or glucose, is the main source of energy for the body, but when it is not regulated properly, it can lead to health problems. In this explanation, we’ll break down why a balanced diet and fiber are so important for managing diabetes and how they can help keep your blood sugar levels stable.

What is a Balanced Diet?

A balanced diet includes a variety of foods in the right proportions to provide the nutrients your body needs. These nutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. For people with diabetes, the focus of a balanced diet is to control blood sugar levels, which involves eating foods that help prevent spikes in glucose. This typically means focusing on whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats while limiting processed foods and sugars.

How Does Fiber Help Regulate Blood Sugar?

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that the body cannot digest. It comes in two forms: soluble and insoluble. Both types of fiber are beneficial for regulating blood sugar, but they work in different ways.

Soluble fiber dissolves in water to form a gel-like substance. It can help slow the absorption of sugar into your bloodstream, preventing blood sugar spikes after meals. Foods rich in soluble fiber include oats, beans, lentils, apples, and citrus fruits.

Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool and helps with digestion. While it doesn’t directly affect blood sugar, it promotes overall gut health and can aid in weight management, which is important for blood sugar control. Whole grains, vegetables, and nuts are good sources of insoluble fiber.

Why Is Fiber Important for Diabetes?

Fiber plays several key roles in managing diabetes:

Slows Glucose Absorption: Fiber, especially soluble fiber, slows the rate at which sugar enters your bloodstream. This helps to avoid sharp spikes in blood glucose levels, which is particularly important after meals.

Improves Insulin Sensitivity: Eating fiber-rich foods can improve your body’s ability to respond to insulin, which helps your cells use glucose more efficiently. This is important for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as insulin resistance can worsen the condition.

Helps with Weight Management: Foods high in fiber are usually low in calories and take longer to digest, making you feel full for longer. Maintaining a healthy weight is important for blood sugar control, as excess weight can lead to insulin resistance.

Regulates Digestion: Fiber aids digestion and helps prevent constipation, a common issue for people with diabetes. Healthy digestion supports better overall health, making it easier to maintain stable blood sugar levels.

How to Include Fiber in Your Diet?

To get the benefits of fiber, aim to include a variety of fiber-rich foods in your diet:

Whole Grains: Brown rice, quinoa, barley, and whole-wheat products are great sources of fiber.

Fruits and Vegetables: Aim to fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, like leafy greens, and fruits with skins, like apples and pears, which are high in fiber.

Legumes: Beans, lentils, and peas are packed with fiber and protein, making them excellent choices for managing blood sugar.

Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, chia seeds, and flaxseeds are high in fiber and healthy fats.

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Almond Joy Coffee Energy Bites Recipe

Almond Joy Coffee Energy Bites Recipe

[thatonegaybrit]

; I will never understand people hating things like oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, and any item that includes non-dairy alternatives. It's like 10% of the time about the taste, the other 90% is for various stupid reasons and shitting on people for what ?? Like ??

[mindblowingscience]

A recent study from McGill University proposes a way to enhance the nutritional value of oats by increasing their content of oleic acid, a type of healthy fat known for its cardiovascular heart benefits and potential to lower diabetes. The findings also suggest this modification could improve their oxidative stability, making oat-based products, such as oat milk, less likely to spoil. The research is published in the Plant Biotechnology Journal.

Continue Reading.

[nyelaexe]

‼️Talks of dieting and weight loss under the cut beware wee woo wee woo

Im in a weight loss surgery program and they want me to lose about 30 lbs by August, so they put me on a diet where I eat a protein shake for breakfast and lunch and then have meat and veggies for dinner. No snacks, no starches, nothing to drink but water. I usually make my protein shakes with skim or oat milk, half a frozen banana, peanut butter, a plop of plain Greek yogurt, and 2 scoops of protein powder. They told me to cut out the milk and just use water to cut down on calories and cut out the banana bc of the carbs. I understand because I'm diabetic and my insulin levels are very high so that's fine. But for dinner Im allowed meat and a green veggie and maybe a handful of berries if I'm very hungry. The nurse said if I'm ravenous throughout the day then I can have one snack but it has to be protein. So like a boiled egg or yogurt or beef jerky. They also have me fasting. I'm supposed to only eat for 6 hours out of the day but they said I can push it out to 8 hours if needed. I tried the 6 hours and I was getting so hungry at night that i'd just go to the kitchen and binge before bed so I bumped it up to 8 hours. I've been doing the fasting for a month but I'm doing the diet for the past couple of days now and I'm absolutely starving. My protein shakes are about 250cal and Im supposed to keep dinner between 500-600cal so that's like 1000-1100cal per day. Seems a bit extreme, but I don't really know what healthy eating is so I'll leave it up to the doctors. I'm really struggling though, so I add a boiled egg along with the protein shakes. This morning I had a Greek yogurt and a boiled egg instead of the protein shake. But I don't know why I did that because it was less calories than the protein shake and it was less protein. I think I just missed chewing food.

[mixelation]

btw how i make Treat Yourself coffee to stop me from constantly buying $7 iced lattes:

coffee: i use a 3 cup moka pot and usually cafe la llave because it tastes fine and is cheap. prepare and pour into large cup or coffee tumblr

a dollop or two of sugar free syrup. i like torani but prefer jordan's skinny bc while jordan's generally tastes more artificial, i think the torani flavor fades with with time so the second half of the bottle just tastes sweet. my fave jordan's skinny flavors are pistachio and caramel pecan. you can get more options if you don't go sugar free but i'm diabetic lol

fill to your preference with milk. i rotate between regular low fat dairy milk and chobani oat milk depending on how my wallet's doing. oatley unsweetened oat milk is the single most disgusting thing i've ever drank

leave room for ice, or do what i do and premake your iced coffee treat the night before and leave it in the fridge over night

if you steam the milk you can have a hot latte. but fuck that

honestly tastes better than a lot of flavored lattes at expensive coffee shops (ymmv ofc depending on your area and preferences, but i've been to so many places where the flavor just isn't good and/or the coffee is burnt and they charge $7-8 dollars because fuck you i guess)

[a-whispering-echo]

so i ended up going to the doctors today, but i didnt go for the headache like i said, because my head felt mostly fine today, so i went for the pain stuff i usual deal with

and actually, they really DID take me seriously for once, which was great! they listened, and have me booked in for a bunch of tests and stuff! got bloods and an ecg next week, and theyre also referring me to a rheumatologist, as well as a dietitian, because im REALLY underweight lols had to weight myself there, i weight about 35-36kg, oops.

anyway, they changed my meds too, to hopefully help, and i have a check up in two weeks. they changed me for citalopram to mirtazapine because it can apparently help with sleep and weight gain and stuff, so im on 30g of that now instead of citalopram, but googling it later says its can be bad for diabetics?? which is weird?? because im diabetic??? and the doctors KNOWS that, so why would he put me on that if one of the things he suspects is diabetic neuropathy??? - which im not FULLY buying btw, some symptoms are there, but some of the classic ones arent, like tingling feet or numbness, so-? might still be that and i just dont have those symptoms, but whatever, we'll see.

whats odd is that the doctor SAID to take 30 in the thing for 2 weeks, and he said wel'' see how i do so he can up it to 60, but google says the mas dose should be 45?? so thats weird TOO - even more so is that the prescription BOX says to take 15g a day not 30, but he DEF SAID 30 in person, so idk. i took the 30, and i guess we'll just see?

hes put me on pain meds too - naproxen and omeprazole - first ones pain med, seconds to oat the neck lining thingie cus apparently the pain thing can cause pain - and i have NO clue how im suppose to take them, SOBS. THINK im supposed to take the lining one when i first wake up, and the pain ones with food? but im not sure if im meant to just TAKE them or if its a 'when i need it' kinda deal?? problem for the morning, i suppose HA

anyway, im just typing this out to get my thoughts down really, but also as like a little message that like, if i go quiet, or i change or anything on here; thats probably why CACKLES

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Oats for Diabetes: Are Oats Good for Diabetics?

To cut to the chase: yes, oats are good for diabetics! Read on to find out why, the best varieties, and ways to consume them for maximum benefits.

Read more to know: https://www.freedomfromdiabetes.org/blog/post/oats-for-diabetes-are-oats-good-for-diabetics/2884

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Maintaining stable blood sugar levels is essential for overall health and well-being, especially for individuals with diabetes or those at risk of developing the condition. Consuming a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote optimal health. Some of the best foods to eat to help maintain healthy blood sugar levels include:

1. Non-starchy vegetables: Vegetables such as leafy greens, broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, and zucchini are low in carbohydrates and high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They have a minimal impact on blood sugar levels and can help promote satiety.

2. Whole grains: Whole grains like quinoa, brown rice, oats, and whole wheat contain fiber, which slows down the absorption of glucose and helps prevent spikes in blood sugar levels. They also provide essential nutrients and energy.

3. Legumes: Beans, lentils, and chickpeas are rich in fiber and protein, which can help stabilize blood sugar levels and promote fullness. They are also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

4. Lean protein: Sources of lean protein, such as poultry, fish, tofu, and legumes, can help regulate blood sugar levels and support muscle health. Protein-rich foods can help slow down the digestion of carbohydrates and prevent rapid spikes in blood sugar.

5. Healthy fats: Foods high in healthy fats, such as avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil, can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammation. Including healthy fats in your diet can help maintain steady blood sugar levels and support overall health.

6. Berries: Berries like blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries are low in sugar and high in fiber and antioxidants. They can be a nutritious and delicious option to satisfy sweet cravings without causing significant spikes in blood sugar levels.

7. Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt is a good source of protein and calcium, and it contains probiotics that can support gut health. Choosing plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt can help maintain stable blood sugar levels while providing essential nutrients.

Overall, focusing on a balanced diet that includes a variety of whole, nutrient-dense foods can help support healthy blood sugar levels and overall well-being. It's also important to monitor portion sizes, limit added sugars and refined carbohydrates, and stay hydrated to maintain optimal blood sugar control.

[stroopwaifey]

Victory Kitchen Log🥕

Week One Recap

This week in setting out to live like a 1940s homemaker with a purple walker and a gluten-free pantry…I crushed it.

What I used up this week:

• Frozen blueberries (RIP, little guys)

• Strawberry jam

• Greek yogurt

• The last boiled eggs (they were soldiers in many salads)

• GF chicken tenders

• GF pancake mix

• GF panko

Big wins:

• I made shrimp fried rice that actually slayed

• Created my own blueberry crumble recipe! (Though it needs work)

• Didn’t waste a single veggie, even the half-zucchini got its moment

• Kept my pre-diabetic dad in mind with Truvia-sweetened desserts (he loved them!)

Today’s Salvage Sunday Menu

• Breakfast: Steel-cut oats with raspberries + red bean paste + butter

• Lunch: Shrimp + Mexican cauliflower rice

• Dinner: carrot lentil patties and sweet potato mash

• Snack: melon +mozzarella + prosciutto

• Mood: soft, sacred, satisfied

I’m learning that salvaging food is about more than waste—it’s about reverence. About noticing what I have and letting it be enough. There’s power in leftovers. Grace in a salad made from scraps.

See you next Sunday, ration babes 👩‍🌾💅

We don’t just survive—we romanticize it 🍸💖

[hasufin]

Clovis First

According to the doctor I saw today, I need to eat more fiber.

I accepted this at first, but after I got home I got to thinking. He's talking about switching to Fiber One for cereal. Except I don't eat cold cereal at all.

I did the numbers on one of my regular breakfasts: 1/3 cup oat bran, 1/3 cup wheat germ, 4 dates, and some raisins. Cook in a rice cooker with 4/3 cups water, add brown sugar and margarine. That has 21 grams of fiber. You're supposed to get 25-30 grams per day.

Am I regularly getting enough fiber? Probably. But the doctor didn't ask. Didn't consider maybe there's another cause. Just "This is caused by insufficient fiber. People don't eat enough fiber. You need to eat more fiber."

I've also had doctors tell me I need to drink less soda (I don't drink soda); I need to stop smoking (I had hookah I think half a dozen times 15 years ago); I need to stop drinking (I have maybe one alcoholic drink a month); I should stop eating red meat (I do not eat red meat). These would be good advice if I was the hypothetical average American male. But I am not, and they do not check.

And that makes me think two thinks.

First, we need to stop treat medical issues as moral failings. If I develop diabetes, it's not because I have the eats-too-much-sugar disease, it's because I have a genetic proclivity to developing diabetes and careful diet and exercise might hold it off for a while, but I'll still have the genes I have. If I'm having trouble loosing weight, odds are it's due to hormonal issues and not because somehow my daily exercise routine is morally inferior others' daily exercise routine. But it's really easy to dismiss this stuff as moral failings and lifestyle choices, and people get frustrated because it turns out turning "eats enough fiber" and "exercises" into personality traits is stupid.

Second, it makes me a little dubious about certain medical advice. If they're not asking me how much fiber I get before telling me I need to eat more fiber, do they really know how much fiber I need to eat? Or did they get a number from a study with dubious methodology then print that number in every medical textbook and bother to question if it truly applies to everyone? Are we really treating everyone, or are we treating a small group of late teens WASP males who went to college in Boston in the 1960s?

[crosstheveil]

Health: Misconceptions with Anemia and "Iron Deficiency"

Iron Absorption & Utilization

Simply taking iron supplements often doesn't cure anemia.

Proper absorption and utilization of iron involve many processes.

1/3 of the population has trouble absorbing and utilizing iron; it's considered the most common nutritional disorder in the world.

Anemia is usually about iron dysregulation, not deficiency.

Iron supplements or injections tend to circulate excessively, potentially causing toxicity.

Iron overload strains the iron recycling system and the liver.

Liver plays a key role in regulating iron uptake.

Iron doesn't regulate itself; it's copper-dependent.

Copper is essential for ceruloplasmin, a protein that mobilizes iron from tissues into the blood. Without copper, iron accumulates in tissue leading to inflammation and tissue damage which can develop into others issues like heart or liver disease and diabetes with increased risk of infection and cancer.

Retinol (Vitamin A) enhances iron absorption and influences genes regulating iron metabolism.

Iron Testing

CBC can detect anemia but it can't necessarily tell you the cause.

Serum ferritin doesn't give a true measure of iron stores.

Approximately 70% of iron is found in hemoglobin, around 20-25% is stored as ferritin and hemosiderin in tissues, about 5% is in myoglobin and enzymes, and roughly 0.1% as serum iron.

For accurate assessment, consider all containers of iron including hemoglobin, serum iron, and ferritin, as well as non-iron markers such as zinc, copper, and vitamins A & D.

The only direct way to measure iron stores is to keep removing blood until anemia sets in, then account for the iron deficit and dietary iron consumed during this time.

Sources (meat, liver, and seafood)

Copper: liver, nuts, molasses, oats, bee pollen, shellfish, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, acerola cherry powder, shilajit.

Retinol (Vitamin A): liver, other organ meats, egg yolk, seafood, fish liver oils, dairy products.

Other Insights

Phytates in plants can hinder non-heme iron absorption but vitamin C helps to counteract these inhibitory effects.

Over-supplementing with zinc can cause copper deficiency since copper and zinc need to be in balance.

There are many causes of anemia beyond "iron deficiency", such as vitamin B12 deficiency.

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded in 1934 to George Whipple, George Minot, and William Murphy for their discoveries related to liver therapy in cases of anemia.

Other studies have supported incorporating beef liver (which contains copper, iron, zinc, vitamin A and D) into the diet.

The key is to have food that isn't concentrated on a certain vitamin or mineral but provides a mixture of what we need in a way that our body can properly absorb without inhibiting effects.

Men are naturally higher in iron than women and women are naturally higher in copper than men (estrogen levels contribute to the production of copper).

Female menstruation is why iron deficiency anemia is more common among women.

Signs of anemia include fatigue, pale complexion, blurred vision, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, cold hands and feet, scanty menstruation, numbness, insomnia, poor memory, dry skin, brittle nails, vertical ridges on nails, muscle twitches, shortness of breath, chest pain, headache, swollen or sore tongue, unusual cravings, restless legs.