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Re: Grains; Cucumbers; Cocoa Powder : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Francie_Kelly — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 23:47:55 -0000

Does cinnamon help control glucose levels for someone with type 2diabetes? If so, what is the recommended type and amount to take?

Re: Roasted Turkey, Wild Rice, and Cranberry Salad : Recipe Instructions in Pictures : Chef Tim Says

Linda Neiger — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 16:42:46 -0000

This makes me a little crazy every time I read that a certain seed is not really a grain. Grain IS a SEED! Every grain is the seed of some grass such as wheat, oats, barley--I could go on but I think you get the idea.

Re: Is it Really Gluten-Free? : Dr. Gourmet’s Health and Nutrition Bites

Contemporary Dining Chairs — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:23:35 -0000

When she described her symptoms to a doctor, she was told her problem was probably ... She trusted one cookbook, "The Gluten-Free Gourmet" by Bette Hagman, ...

Re: Greek Lamb Braised with Eggplant : New Recipes @ DrGourmet.com!

Dr. Gourmet — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:21:50 -0000

Thanks for the great feedback! This is exactly the sort of thing that keeps us going here at Dr. Gourmet.

Re: Greek Lamb Braised with Eggplant : New Recipes @ DrGourmet.com!

cmfrank — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:36:52 -0000

I just love the recipes from Dr. Gourmet! We started on this program (I won't even call it a diet) in mid-November. So far, I've lost 12 lbs while eating some of the best food I've ever eaten outside of high end restaurants. The excerpt below from the Dr. Gourmet site is absolutely true. Yesterday, my husband and I were watching TV and a commercial came on for one restaurant or another and my husband blurted out...

"There's too much meat on that sandwich!" Proof that even a 'big eater' can adjust to portion control.

"Proof that You Can Eat Less, Eat Fewer Calories, and Still Be Satisfied

There are two ways to eat fewer calories. One is to eat smaller
portions and the other to reduce the amount of calories in a particular
dish. With Dr. Gourmet recipes I work at both of these approaches,
enhancing the taste and satisfaction of a recipe by choosing lower
calorie ingredients that maximize flavor."

Re: More bad news for supplements!

Italian Bedroom Furniture — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:51:36 -0000

If the contention is that the system is bad because Romero was made
to pay for .... cleared him to take the supplement. What
more does the MLB Inquisition ...

Re: More bad news for supplements!

Contemporary Platform Beds — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:08:54 -0000

"We expect BluScience to be available in more than 25000 retail stores by year-end 2012, ... Responding to the comment will only encourage bad behavior. ...

Re: Weight Watchers Smart Ones : Dr. Gourmet Reviews

Quartzacademy — Sun, 15 May 2011 01:41:18 -0000

I tried it this week and liked it. Would have liked more peas, but it was creamy and had good taste. Hit the spot.

Re: How to Lose Belly Fat: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter

Deb Gnegy — Mon, 02 May 2011 19:11:51 -0000

Gotta to get my "country food" husband to join me. Gonna be a challenge!

Re: How to Lose Belly Fat: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter

Frank652009 — Mon, 02 May 2011 17:31:48 -0000

Yes, I need to lose at least 40-50#'s and the Belly fat. I would like to try the Mediterranean diet but have the following concerns: I am subject to kidney stones and should avoid oxalate type foods eg: Green vegs, dark green leafy lettuce, peanuts, wheat gluten/bran, nuts, beans, beets, sweet potatoes, squash, strawberries, chocolate,tea, etc. Also I get GERD when eating spicy meals. Any suggestions what diet I should concentrate on if not the Mediterranean?
Thank You
Frank Wilhlemy

Re: ‘Non-Celiac Gluten Intolerance’: Does it Exist?

Gluten Intolerance — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:42:48 -0000

Maybe despite the wide belief that people free of celiac disease can be gluten intolerant or wheat intolerant, non-celiac gluten intolerance does indeed exist even though the mechanisms are still unknown. I think there are some researches that they have a little evidence for the existence of it.

Re: ORAC Value of Coffee : Ask Dr. Gourmet

cgilmo20 — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:35:10 -0000

ORAC values are usually expressed per 100g of product. I would assume the 15k to 17k number is somewhat reduced unless you're just eating the coffee beans.

Re: Amy’s Light & Lean: Spinach Lasagna and Pasta & Veggies

drgourmet — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 15:04:28 -0000

Dr. Gourmet doesn't produce or sell frozen foods. You can find out where to buy Amy's products on Amy's web site at http://www.amys.com

Re: Amy’s Light & Lean: Spinach Lasagna and Pasta & Veggies

Lmlamb — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:21:42 -0000

where can i buy your frozen foods

Re: Shrimp with Warm Caper Vinaigrette : New Recipes at DrGourmet.com

drgourmet — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:30:49 -0000

Only nutmeg is in nutmeg.

Re: Those 100-Calorie Snack Packs

Russ Lane — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:42:40 -0000

That was pretty much my experience of them, and honestly -- even if I want 100-calorie variations of the same stuff I used to eat, then I know my eating's out of whack. It's one of my red flags I need to start recording food again.

After losing 200 pounds and looking at this long-term, I found found most valuable was a cooking technique -- when you look at a dish, analyze what you like about it.

Looking at most of the "100 calorie" packs from a culinary perspective, they mostly provide texture and some sweetness. It's simple to provide textural perks and add sweetness to foods that require minimum prep time (yogurt, cottage cheese, oatmeal, etc.) that provide crunch and sweetness without mindelss grazing.

*Opens the 100-calorie mini-chocolate rice cakes. For the fifth time* Jokes!
-- Russ Lane, Second Helping

Re: Those 100-Calorie Snack Packs

Russ Lane — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:36:13 -0000

That was mostly my experience of them.

Re: ORAC Value of Coffee : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Cammy8248 — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 10:36:05 -0000

I am an enthusiastic coffee drinker so this is great news. I am on a quest to increase the consumption of high ORAC-containing foods. I'm glad to know that my vice is somewhat beneficial to my new dietary goal.

Re: Can Juvenon really slow the aging process? : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Diane — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:43:58 -0000

I have been taking Juvenon for 9 years. I am a 53 year old woman, I work out and I must say if I miss a couple days of taking my pills I feel a bit sluggish. I love the product and will continue to take it, I also do believe it helps with the ageing process, skin, better energy and such. It is worth ir in my opinion.

Re: Can Juvenon really slow the aging process? : Ask Dr. Gourmet

WBradalbion — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 15:37:31 -0000

I have actually had good results from Juvenon. Ther artiritis in my knee is hardly detectable when I take Juvenon.

Re: Diabetes : Ask Dr. Gourmet

David — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 18:41:26 -0000

While I generally agree that whole grains are better than refined, I thought that pasta was actually lower on the glycemic index than either whole-wheat bread, brown rice, or oatmeal.

What's the deal on pasta?

Re: Can Juvenon really slow the aging process? : Ask Dr. Gourmet

James — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 15:45:59 -0000

Juvenon is a combination of acetyl l-carnitine & alpha-lipoic acid. While promising research is being reported & conducted with each compound (do a search via NIH database PUBMED), the claims being made by marketers of Juvenon (& competitors selling similar ALC/ALA combinations) are not supported by the science or the reputable studies to date (mostly animal studies). There are a few conditions for which it would be reasonable to consider trying Juvenon, I think (i.e., peripheral neuropathy, & certain rare mitochondrial disorders), but the science doesn't come anywhere near supporting the hype. They both seem relatively safe, though. Just don't be too trusting of claims from companies selling Juvenon (even if CEO has MD fr. Harvard).

Re: Are there salt substitutes that are safe for those with diabetes and high blood pressure?

Martin Mummzer — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 19:03:57 -0000

Grey organic salt is wonderful. I am a T2 Diabetic and have use Grey and Pink salts for years. You may also try Mrs. Dash mixed with Grey salt.
1/4 Grey or pink salt the rest Mrs. Dash. I like Garlic and Herb or Table blend.
Takes about 1 week to get used to it and you wil never go back to harsh chemically produced salt. your gonna love it!!!

Re: Ask Dr. Gourmet: Avocados and Coumadin (warfarin)

Pauletteirene — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:30:08 -0000

I have fortunately been in good health...excercise and have eaten healthy my entire life..I used a nasal spray and devoloped Atrial Filberation and needed the cardioconversion..had a great week and was sure in a short time I would be off metoprolon and warfarin, but the iregular beat etc came back within a week..Physically I feel good, but emotionally feel the quality of my life has been greatly affected and feel like a patient now..all the blood tests etc etc..I also have mitral valve prolapse witha moderate leak..just noticed the chai tea I drink has ginger..the organic red veggie juice still has a blend of some greens and the list goes on and on..so desperate to have a cup of something, since I used to drink green tea, is a had a cup of boiled water with apple juice..

Re: What Hypertension Doctors Eat – Fruit Finally

splodie — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:05:48 -0000

That would bum me out completely. I'm allergic to strawberries to the point where I can't even touch them. I'd be stuck with the pretzels I see peeking out from the bottom there.