We're Nuts About Nuts, Seeds, Peanut Butter & Nut Butters!
Nuts, seeds, peanut butter and nut butters are a great source of protein and natural fats. This means that they make for a great 'GD food pairing tool' to eat with carbohydrates to slow down the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream. But with so many different products available to buy, which ones should you choose and are any better than others? Here we share with you all our hints and tips for choosing the best nuts, seeds, peanut butter and nut butters... Nuts Nuts are a great source of protein and natural fat but they do still contain carbohydrates, meaning that some nuts are better than others. The best choice for nuts are nuts which are not salted or flavoured. Looking at this chart we can see that cashew nuts and pistachio nuts contain the highest amounts of carbohydrates, making them the nuts which aren't so good for pairing if eaten in larger amounts. Another nut that is high in carbohydrates, which isn't listed on this chart is the chestnut, so be wary of these carby nuts at Christmas! Highest in protein are the peanut and almonds. With macademia, walnuts and pecans being the highest in fats. That makes these nuts better for food pairing. Flavoured or coated nuts Salted, dry roasted, sweet chilli, BBQ, salt & vinegar, yoghurt coated, crispy shells, chocolate coated, you name it they seem make nuts covered or coated in so many different things. Savoury nuts included salted, dry roasted and flavoured contain high amounts of salt, so bear this in mind when eating them. Choosing nuts which are yoghurt or chocolate coated means that you are significantly increasing the carb amount, making these type of nuts possibly suitable for a treat, but would not be advisable as such good 'food pairing tools'. What about snickers, peanut M&Ms & Reese's peanut butter cups? Continue reading >>
Do Peanuts Spike You?
D.D. Family type 1 LADA new pumper via MM-522 I ussually have like almonds or walnuts and such and can have a small amount with no bolus or big change to my BG (small amount more for calorie reasons) but my husband broght me dry roasted unsalted peanuts.. Yet even a small serving seems to be sending my BG way up its done this several times enough that I'm sure its the peanuts. ANyone else experience this? D.D. Family T2 dx 3/07, tx w/very lo carb D&E Met, bolus R 'Veni, Vidi, Velcro' - I came, I saw, I stuck around. D.D. Family preD 1971 - T2 2003 - insulin 2005 the dry roasted peanuts or other dry roasted might have a coating that contains a bit of sugar and salt. Peanuts by themselves have some carb in them I just looked it up and there are 7 grams per ounce metformin-2000mg, lisinopril-20mg, thyronorm-137mcg D.D. Family type 1 LADA new pumper via MM-522 the dry roasted peanuts or other dry roasted might have a coating that contains a bit of sugar and salt. Peanuts by themselves have some carb in them I just looked it up and there are 7 grams per ounce yes thats what my container says and I can ussually have about that amount with out a huge spike like say my pre snack number is 90 an ounce of almonds (and yes I measure) will put me at around 110-120 but then do it with the peanuts pre 90 post 180 or more.. Continue reading >>
Addicted To Dry Roast Peanuts!
Diabetes Forum The Global Diabetes Community Find support, ask questions and share your experiences. Join the community Well, before my diagnosis, I was pretty much addicted to crisps. I stopped eating them and haven't had a single crisp for 3 years. A couple of weeks ago, I was in a station shop and the only thing they had that I could eat was a bag of dry roast peanuts. They're not exactly low-carb, but I thought in small doses they'd be OK. Anyway, at the weekend I was in a supermarket and I thought I'd buy a couple of bags as a treat for occasional snacking. You guessed it - I've eaten the lot That's not great for my BG and not brilliant for my waistline either, but I simply couldn't rest until they were all gone :roll: A couple of weeks ago I didn't even know I liked dry roast peanuts - now I'm addicted! When I use to go to the pub for a pint with the lads I always bought a packet of the Salt & Vinegar Dry Roasted When was a teenager I would miss a meal and when hunger kicked in Terrible habit I know, my school/college pals would have chips and I would These I could crunch the crispy outer coating then let the inside of one melt Tomatoes. Can't live without them. I don't eat tons of them but I do seem to NEED them every day in some shape or form, cooked or uncooked and I absolutely love the taste of a fresh tomato laced with salt, pepper and sour cream. Also love Heinz Tomato Soup. Could eat that by the bucketful if it wasn't so high in sugar. When I was pregnant 36 years ago, I would eat about 2lb of tomatoes a day, straight out of the bag as I was coming out of the greengrocer's shop. I'd walk along the road like a kid eating sweets with tomato juice running down my arms and and my chin. When my son was born the nurses all remarked on his skin, which was perfect Continue reading >>
If I Have Diabetes, What Quantity Of Nuts Should I Eat Daily?
If I have diabetes, what quantity of nuts should I eat daily? Nuts are very high in calories (150 to 200 per ounce for tree nuts and 105 calories per ounce for peanuts), so portion control is essential. One ounce a day of tree nuts ( cup), two ounces of peanuts or one tablespoon of peanut butter is the recommended amount for people with diabetes. Look for peanut butter with little salt, sugar or partially hydrogenated oil. Try buying nuts in the shell. It takes time to get at the nuts, so you will eat less. If you buy shelled nuts, stick with raw or dry-roasted and avoid the salted, oil-roasted, honey-coated or yogurt-covered varieties. Stored in a cool, dry place, nuts will stay fresh for several months. Keeping nuts in the refrigerator tightly tied in a plastic bag or in a jar will extend their life, and freezing nuts will keep them good for a year or longer. Diabetes mellitus (MEL-ih-tus), often referred to as diabetes, is characterized by high blood glucose (sugar) levels that result from the bodys inability to produce enough insulin and/or effectively utilize the insulin. Diabetes ... is a serious, life-long condition and the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Diabetes is a disorder of metabolism (the body's way of digesting food and converting it into energy). There are three forms of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that accounts for five- to 10-percent of all diagnosed cases of diabetes. Type 2 diabetes may account for 90- to 95-percent of all diagnosed cases. The third type of diabetes occurs in pregnancy and is referred to as gestational diabetes. Left untreated, gestational diabetes can cause health issues for pregnant women and their babies. People with diabetes can take preventive steps to control this disease and decrease Continue reading >>
Which Nuts Can A Diabetic Eat
Managing diabetes requires a number of lifestyle changes, including becoming more active and making changes in your diet. Often that means saying goodbye to foods you enjoy, but nuts aren't one you need to worry about. Not only can diabetics eat nuts, but they may actually help minimize the impact of some other health issues that often come along with diabetes. Depending on your condition and circumstances, there are several techniques you might use to manage your meals and their impact on your blood sugars and overall health. The American Diabetes Association favors counting the grams of carbs in your diet, while some people with diabetes monitor the glycemic index, or GI, of the foods they eat. If you're trying to lose weight, you might also be on a calorie-restricted plan. Nuts can play a role in your diet, whichever of these strategies you follow: Carb Counting: Most nuts have a low impact on your carb count. An ounce of walnuts contains only 4 grams of carbohydrates, almonds and peanuts have 6 grams, and cashews have 9 grams. Glycemic Index: The Glycemic Index, or GI, measures how quickly a food raises your blood sugar, and the lower the number the better, with any GI below 55 considered "low." Most nuts are very low: The GI of peanuts is 13, for example, and even cashews – relatively high in carbs, for a nut – have a GI of 22. * Calorie Counting: Nuts are more problematic in a weight-loss scenario, because they're high in calories. An ounce of walnuts contains 185 calories, for example, and almonds contain 170. However, their combination of protein, healthy fats and fiber make them a filling and healthful snack, and may help you stay away from less-virtuous foods. Nuts and Health Benefits "First, do no harm" is a fundamental principle in medicine, but nuts go Continue reading >>
Peanuts Help Control Blood Sugar
Disease Prevention Glycemic index is a point scale used to compare how high your blood sugar and insulin spike after eating the same amount of carbohydrates from different foods. Foods that are digested more slowly and release sugar gradually into the blood stream have a lower GI. The GI content of foods is measured on a 100-point scale, with 100 being the highest GI foods. Peanuts have a GI of 14 making them a low GI food (Jenkins, 1981). Glycemic load also measures blood sugar spikes, but uses the typical serving size of each food item instead of a standard carbohydrate amount, making it an even better tool to show how different foods eaten can affect blood sugar (Salmeron, 1997). Foods with a higher GI and GL can cause blood sugar and insulin to spike soon after eating, followed by a drop in blood sugar to levels lower than before consumption. This crash in blood sugar can make a person feel tired and hungry for more food, and the rollercoaster cycle of highs and lows can contribute to the development of pre-diabetes and diabetes (Jenkins, 1981). In addition, low-GI diets can significantly improve long-term glucose control in people with diabetes, similar to the amounts achieved with medication (Ajala, 2013). Peanuts and peanut butter are both low GI and GL foods, due to their content of healthy oils, protein, and fiber that have a positive effect on blood sugar control. Research has shown that peanuts can help control blood sugar in both healthy individuals and those with type 2 diabetes (Kirkmeyer, 2000 and Jenkins, 2011). Peanuts and peanut butter have even been shown to help lessen the spike in blood sugar when paired with high carbohydrate or high GL foods (Johnston, 2005). Snacking on peanuts can help to maintain blood sugar in between meals. One study showed t Continue reading >>
Nuts Will Change Your Life
Last year everyone was talking about how good nuts are for diabetes. This year they’re just as good, and new research shows it. If you aren’t eating lots of nuts yet, I’m going to try to get you started. Nuts are great because they are seeds and fruit combined. They are literally full of life. According to Wikipedia, while fruit seeds are separate from the fruit itself, in nuts (according to the botanical definition of the term), the seeds and fruit (which the seed will use to grow if planted) are bound up together, making them among the most nutritious foods on the planet. New research from Louisiana State University found that people who regularly eat tree nuts — including almonds, macadamias, pistachios, walnuts, and cashews — have lower risks for Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Their C-reactive protein (a major marker of inflammation) levels were lower. Their HDL (“good cholesterol”) levels were higher. According to The Huffington Post, the study was funded by the International Tree Nut Council Nutrition Research & Education Foundation. Study results often show what the funders wanted them to show, but I tend to believe this one. It appeared in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition and was based on analyzing data from NHANES, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, the gold standard for this kind of study in the US. This research confirms dozens of other studies. As Web Editor Diane Fennell wrote in 2011, “Nuts are well known for their nutritional benefits, including their high levels of heart-healthy fats, protein, antioxidants…, plant sterols (natural substances found in plants that can help lower cholesterol), fiber, and minerals.” Nutritionist Amy Campbell explained in this article that nuts are good because they h Continue reading >>
The Best Nuts For Diabetes: Walnuts, Almonds, And More
When you’re looking for a satisfying diabetes-friendly snack, it’s hard to beat nuts. “Nuts are a super snack food for people with diabetes because they’re the total package — low in carbs and high in protein, fiber, and healthy fat — and they create a feeling of fullness,” says Cheryl Mussatto, RD, founder of Eat Well to Be Well in Osage City, Kansas. Nuts: A Good Choice for Diabetes and Your Heart The healthy fat in nuts protects your ticker, says Melissa Joy Dobbins, RDN, CDE, a spokesperson for the American Association of Diabetes Educators. That’s important because people with diabetes are 2 to 4 times more likely to die of heart disease than those without it, according to the American Heart Association. Heart-healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats found in nuts can lower your LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, Mussatto says. “At the same time, nuts also raise levels of ‘good,’ or HDL, cholesterol,” she says. “This cholesterol acts sort of like a sanitation worker, removing cholesterol from the tissues for disposal, which prevents plaque buildup in the arteries.” What’s more, nuts help regulate blood sugar, which makes them a better option to reach for than, say, pretzels, when afternoon hunger strikes, Mussatto says. Many kinds of nuts have this effect: Almonds have been shown to slow down the blood sugar response when eaten with carbohydrate-rich foods, according to a small study published in the journal Metabolism that focused on healthy people without the disease. A study published in March 2011 in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found similar results for pistachios when eaten by healthy volunteers. For those people already diagnosed with diabetes, regularly eating tree nuts can also improve blood sugar management, Continue reading >>
Can Salted Peanuts Make My Blood Sugar Rise?
Can Salted Peanuts Make My Blood Sugar Rise? Aglaee Jacob is a registered dietitian. She has experience working with people who have diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and obesity issues. Jacob obtained a bachelor of science and a master of science, both in nutrition, from Laval University in Quebec City, Canada. A close-up of a large amount of salted peanuts.Photo Credit: Hederikwow/iStock/Getty Images Although peanuts are often categorized as nuts, they belong to the legume family. Peanuts can be eaten roasted in their shells, in peanut butter or roasted in oil and seasoned. Try to stick with dry-roasted peanuts to avoid peanuts that contain extra fats and choose peanuts that are free of the harmful trans fat. If you watch your blood sugar levels, a small serving of salted peanuts shouldn't raise your blood sugar levels, but a large serving could. Peanuts have a nutritional value that resembles that of most nuts, which mainly contain protein and fats. For example, 1 oz. of salted peanuts, which is the equivalent of a small handful, provides about 168 calories, 4.9 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat, 7.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of fiber and 1.3 g of sugar, according to the USDA National Nutrient Database. If you have 1 cup of salted peanuts, you could consume about 814 calories, 23.7 g of protein, 70.5 g of fat, 34.7 g of carbohydrates, 12.3 g of fiber and 6.4 g of sugar. After your eat, your blood sugar levels will raise, especially if your meal contained carbohydrates. While protein and fat do not impact your blood sugar levels, carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, or sugar, and may elevate your blood sugar levels quickly. If you do not have diabetes, your body will be able to respond properly and prevent your blood sugar levels from rising too high by secreti Continue reading >>
Can Diabetics Eat Peanuts?
Peanuts are a popular American snack food, and if you have diabetes you may wonder if you can also enjoy this nutritious favorite. While concerns about the impact of nuts on your weight and blood sugars may stop you in your tracks, there is good news. Peanuts, a groundnut from the legume family, and other tree nuts are linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, a common complication of diabetes. In addition, peanuts have properties that can actually help with appetite control and weight management, and peanuts in moderation do not worsen blood glucose control. Video of the Day A handful of nuts -- about 1 ounce -- contains 160 calories and has the same amount of protein as an ounce of meat or chicken, while also providing 2 grams of fiber and only 5 grams of carbohydrates. Peanuts have a glycemic index of 13 and a glycemic load of 1 -- both very low -- which means the carbohydrates in peanuts trigger less of a blood sugar spike compared to other foods with the same amount of carbohydrates. Peanuts are also nutrient-rich, as they contain heart healthy unsaturated fats, and are a good source of vitamin E, folate, niacin and the minerals phosphorus, magnesium, manganese and copper. Peanuts are also rich in phytochemicals -- substances with properties known to promote health and offer protection from chronic disease. According to the American Heart Association, adults with diabetes are 2 to 4 times more likely to have a heart attack or stroke compared to adults without diabetes. Consuming peanuts may help lower this risk. Research featured in the May 2015 issue of "JAMA Internal Medicine" followed over 200,000 people for at least 5 years, comparing peanut and tree nut consumption in adults to death rates. Researchers found that U.S. study participants eating peanut Continue reading >>
Is Eating Groundnuts Safe For People With Type 2 Diabetes?
Peanuts аrе packed with a variety оf nutritious properties thаt mау benefit people with type 2 diabetes. Aftеr digestion, thе bоdу turns carbohydrates intо glucose оr sugar, sending thiѕ sugar intо thе blood ѕо insulin саn hеlр turn it intо energy. However, people with diabetes еithеr hаvе sluggish insulin, оr don’t make еnоugh insulin, аnd аѕ a result, tеnd tо experience high blood sugar levels. Eating moderate portions оf carbohydrate-containing foods аnd spreading thеѕе foods thrоughоut thе day helps manage blood sugars. Peanuts аrе a lоw carbohydrate food, аnd small portions -- ѕuсh аѕ a handful a day -- will nоt likеlу саuѕе a significant impact оn blood sugars. Researchers found thаt thоѕе consuming peanut butter, аnd tо a lesser extent, whоlе peanuts, hаd muted blood sugar spikes аftеr bоth thе breakfast аnd thе lunch meal -- suggesting thаt peanuts mау play a role in management оf post-meal blood sugar levels. My doctor told me that I am no longer a diabetic and I can leave all the drugs. "After running the program available at Control Your Blood Sugar Level for about 5 weeks, I became a regular medical examination and laboratory results were surprising. My blood sugar is within normal limits and have more energy than ever! I also lost weight, and I'm excited. Continue reading >>
Peanuts Do They Spike For You.
Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please,join our community todayto contribute and support the site. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. My sugar was up this morning, not a lot but too much for my liking. The only thing I can think of is that I ate a fair amount of peanuts. I know they are lower carb but do peanuts spike for any of you? Schlep, I eat peanuts a lot, everything from dry roasted peanuts to unsalted cashews, almonds, pistachios and walnuts...and have never had any problem with it. I'm betting you're still not totally "back on track" numberwise from your weekend off. I'll bet within the next day or so, things will be "back to normal" for you. Try not to stress about it, just do what you usually do and things should normalize soon. Sometimes it does take a couple of days to normalize when you've gotten off track a little. I tried spiking them, but they just shatter all over the floor I eat all sorts of nuts and nothing makes me spike either. Im kinda fond of the Chili Lime kettle cooked peanuts at the moment. This is really going to be a dumb question and I can hear you all laughing and screaming at me for even asking but......... am I correct to assume that when you guys (gals) eat peanuts, cashews, etc. that you of course eat in moderation? I have been known in the past to get into the cashews, but I just can't stop at the recommended serving size. I figured cashews were just going to have to be a thing of the past for me since I can't use that bloody "PORTION CONTROL" (screaming outloud)!!!!!!!!haahaa One thing to watch with nuts are the ingredients as some of them will actually contain sugar. Don't know why they have to add it, but some nut products contain it. Nuts do raise my BGL a little. But i still eat them Continue reading >>
Are Peanuts Good For Diabetes? Effect On Disease Risk
Peanuts are common in the average American diet in the form of peanut butter, candy bars, and roasted and salted peanuts. But how may eating peanuts affect people with diabetes? People with diabetes have to carefully consider their diet. As a result, many of those with the disease wonder if peanuts are fine to eat. This article explores a few things that people with diabetes should be aware of before making the decision to eat peanuts. Are nuts good for people with diabetes? There is a lot of evidence that suggests nuts, on the whole, are good for the health. According to a study posted in Nutrients, nuts and peanuts are full of nutrients. They are often also rich in healthful substances such as: Studies have linked eating nuts to a lower risk of certain heart diseases and gallstones. They may even help with high blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation. While nuts are high in fat and calories, the research suggests that they may even help with weight loss. From this point of view, they are a much healthier option than other snacks, such as a bag of chips. There are some other factors to consider as well, with peanuts specifically. Glycemic index of peanuts The glycemic index (GI) is used to rate foods based on how slow or fast they cause an increase in blood sugar. Foods lower on the GI scale tend to be converted to sugar slowly and steadily. High GI foods release glucose quickly into the bloodstream. People with diabetes are usually more aware of these numbers. They can inform the person if and when they need to take insulin, and what and when they can eat. The GI scale goes from 0-100. Something with a score of 0 would be anything which has no effect on blood sugar, such as water. A score of 100 is pure glucose. The other common measurement is the glycemic load, Continue reading >>
The Trouble With Peanuts In Managing Diabetes
If you have diabetes, beware of peanuts, peanut butter, and peanut oil. Some people think that because most tree nuts, like almonds, are so healthy, that peanuts should also be good for us. But peanuts aren’t nuts at all. They are a legume, and unlike most nuts we can’t eat them raw because they are sometimes covered with a dangerous fungus. Actually, we can’t eat them at all if we want to avoid some of the side effects that we can get from them. Some of these side effects can be quite serious. I can think of only nine reasons why we have to avoid peanuts or anything made from them. Maybe you can think of more, but these eight might be enough to give anyone pause: 1. Peanuts have a lot of carbohydrates, which raise our blood sugar level. Take a look at the US Department of Agriculture’s [National Nutrient Database](which is the gold standard of nutrient facts. "One tablespoon of natural, unsweetened peanut butter contains 3 grams of carbohydrate and will raise my blood sugar 15 mg/dl," writes Dr. Richard K. Bernstein in the 2011 edition of his book Dr. Bernstein’s Diabetes Solution. "Imagine the effect on blood sugar of downing 10 tablespoons!" 2. Peanuts are the source of one of the most common food allergies. "They have the potential to provoke acute allergic reactions (e.g., hives or anaphylaxis) that can be dangerous in the susceptible, even fatal in rare instances," writes Dr. William Davis in his 2011 book, Wheat Belly. Many schools will no longer let children bring peanut butter products to school. 3. Peanuts "contain lectins and other anti-nutrients that can adversely affect your health, particularly if you are suffering from an autoimmune disorder," writes Loren Cordain in his 2002 book, The Paleo Diet. These lectins "are known to increase intestinal Continue reading >>
The Benefits And Risks Of Peanuts For People With Diabetes
Peanuts are packed with a variety of nutritious properties that may benefit people with type 2 diabetes. Eating peanuts and peanut products may help: promote weight loss lower the risk of cardiovascular disease control blood sugar prevent people from developing diabetes in the first place However, peanuts also carry some potential risks. If you have type 2 diabetes, read on to learn more about the risks and benefits of eating peanuts. Adding peanuts and peanut butter to your diet may be beneficial, especially if you have type 2 diabetes. While not technically nuts, peanuts provide many of the same health benefits as tree nuts, such as walnuts, almonds, and pecans. Peanuts are also less expensive than most other nuts, which is great if you’re looking to save money but still want the nutritional rewards. Peanuts help control blood sugar If you have diabetes, you need to consider the glycemic content of the foods you eat. Glycemic content is based on how quickly your body converts carbohydrates into glucose, or blood sugar. The glycemic index (GI) is a 100-point scale that rates foods on how rapidly they cause blood sugar to rise. Foods that cause a rapid rise in blood sugar are given a higher value. Water, which has no effect on blood sugar, has a GI value of 0. Peanuts have a GI value of 13, which makes them a low GI food. According to an article in the British Journal of Nutrition, eating peanuts or peanut butter in the morning may help control your blood sugar throughout the day. Peanuts may also help lessen the insulin spike of higher GI foods when paired together. One reason that peanuts may help control blood sugar is because they contain a large amount of magnesium. A single serving of peanuts (about 28 peanuts) contains 12 percent of the daily recommended amount Continue reading >>
