Menus   Recipes   Grocery Lists    I really depend on the menus, for being diabetic is new to me        Toll Free: 1-877-990-3926 Wednesday     6/19/2013      Home  Sign-Up  GlucoMenu®  Questions  Testimonials  Contact Us  About    Members:  Login    Tools:  Food Picker®  New Research  Free Profile  Support Group  Links  Education GlucoMenu® Newsletter - Wednesday, June 19, 2013 Unsubscribe Click Here  |  Subscribe Click Here Message from Christine Hi Everyone!  This week's newsletter includes: Survey Monkey - Blood Sugar Control Diabetes & Stevia Sweeteners Stir-Fry Recipe Keeping a Blood Sugar Log Food Tips to Control Blood Sugar Exercise & Music Support Group Make it a great week! Christine Carlson, Registered Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator GlucoMenu® Nutrition Director     Christine Carlson, Registered Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator Survey Monkey - Blood Sugar Control Please take a few moments to fill out this 5 question survey on blood sugar control. GlucoMenu Blood Sugar Control Survey E-mails to Christine Q:  Are Stevia sweeteners safe for someone who has diabetes? A:    An extract from the stevia plant called rebiana has recently been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.  This sweetener contains no calories.  Brand names... Read Christine's Entire Answer GlucoMenu® Stir Fry Recipe Ingredients: 2 fl. oz water 1 T. light soy sauce 1 t. honey 1 T. rice vinegar 1 red hot chili pepper, minced (if desired) 1/2 garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup carrots 1/4 cup green beans 1/4 cup broccoli 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced 1/4 cup red onions, sliced 1/4 cup water chestnuts, sliced 3 oz. roasted chicken breast, sliced Recipe Directions: 1.  Mix water, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, pepper (to desired hotness), and garlic to make sauce. 2.  Saute vegetables in wok for 2 minutes. Add chicken. 3.  Pour sauce in and heat for an additional minute or to desired crispness of vegetables. 4.  Serve immediately. 5.  Makes 1 serving. Nutrition Facts per serving: Calories: 252,  Carbohydrate: 24 g,  Fiber: 4 g,  Fat: 4 g,  Protein: 32 g,  Sodium: 619 mg         Tip of the Week Keeping a blood sugar log (booklet or handheld device) can help with diabetes management.  Track:  date & test time, blood sugar reading, food consumed, if testing after a meal - (note larger portions than usual or alcohol consumed), and any notes regarding what could be impacting your blood sugar (i.e. feeling sick or just exercised). A log can help you and your healthcare team understand how well your diabetes is being controlled and make any necessary adjustments.  Food Picker® Updates   @FoodPicker Need help deciding what to eat? Try Food Picker! Buitoni Fettuccine The American Diabetes Association states 1/3 cup of cooked pasta equals 1 carbohydrate choice... Pepperidge Farm Raisin Cinnamon Swirl Bread Choose whole grain varieties when available for added fiber.  Be aware of specialty bread products containing added sugar and fat... Baked Lays Cheddar & Sour Cream Choose baked chips over fried when possible.  Consider that some chip products are high in sodium and carbohydrate.  Try making your own dip with... Featured Article - Food Tips to Control Blood Sugar Controlling blood sugar can delay or prevent diabetes complications.  What, when, and how much you eat affects your blood sugar... Food Tips to Control Blood Sugar Greg's Exercise Tips   @greg_carlson I just downloaded some new tunes for my next workout! Listening to music makes exercise easier!  Use a music device with headphones (e.g. MP3, CD, or Radio) to keep you moving.  Your favorite upbeat music will keep you moving throughout your entire workout. GlucoMenu® Support Group In this issue: 1. Who remembers the first days? 2. Hello to all 3. Friend cannot afford test strips 4. Seeing a Dietitian 5. Looking for a diet plan 6. 2nd opinion Reviews I went online and found your program.  WOW, I am so impressed with how you have 'put it all together.'  I started on your breakfasts menu Friday morning and shopped with your shopping list Friday.  What a manageable program. GlucoMenu.com Reviews... GlucoMenu® has teamed up with the American Diabetes Association!                 Receive a FREE subscription to The American Diabetes Association magazine when you join GlucoMenu®  Click Here to Get Started!    30-Day Money Back Guarantee! Free Profile Home | Sign-Up | GlucoMenu® | Questions | Feedback | Contact Us | Our Story Food Picker | Pre-Diabetes | Type 1 | Type 2 | Prediabetes Menus Support Group | New Research | Diabetic Newsletter [ GlucoMenu Terms of Use ]  [ Site Index ] Copyright ©2012 GlucoMenu® www.GlucoMenu.com