Tuesday, September 30, 2014

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Almond Cheesecake Bars - 8g Carbs, 0g Fiber, 4g Sugar

 

Almond Cheesecake Bars - 8g Carbs, 0g Fiber, 4g Sugar

From: Splenda
Light and creamy cheesecake bars topped with toasted almonds.
Servings: 20
Serving Size: 1 bar

  >>  Crust
1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 1/4 cups graham cracker or vanilla wafer crumbs
1/3 cup light butter, melted
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds, finely ground

  >>  Filling
12 oz reduced fat cream cheese
1/2 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
2 large eggs
1/4 cup reduced fat sour cream
2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
1/4 cup toasted, sliced almonds

 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Spray an 8x8 pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Mix crust ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Mix well. Press into prepared pan. Bake 10-12 minutes or until firm.

Mix cream cheese and Splenda Granulated Sweetener together until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, scraping the sides of the bowl, and mixing well after each addition. Add sour cream and extracts; mix well. Pour over prepared crust.

Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 47 minutes, or until firm.

Top with toasted almonds.

Servings: 20
Serving Size: 1 bar
Nutritional per Serving: 120 Calories, 8g Fat, 3.5g Saturated Fat, 35mg Cholesterol, 105mg Sodium, 4g Protein, 8g Carbs, 0g Dietary Fiber, 4g Sugars

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[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Pumpkin Ricotta Pancakes - 43 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 20 g sugars

 

Pumpkin Ricotta Pancakes - 43 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 20 g sugars

1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp salt
2 egg whites
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/4 cup canned pumpkin
1/4 cup part skim ricotta cheese
1 Tbsp packed brown sugar or sugar substitute equivalent to 1 Tbsp (NOTE)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp finely shredded orange peel, divided
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 medium orange
2 tsp honey
1/2 tsp snipped fresh mint
Nonstick cooking spray

In a medium mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt.

In a second bowl, use a fork to combine the egg whites, milk, pumpkin puree, ricotta, brown sugar, olive oil, 1 teaspoon orange peel, vanilla and cider vinegar until creamy.

Add pumpkin mixture to reserved flour mixture. Stir just until moistened. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile peel and section orange over a small bowl. Squeeze any remaining juice from the membranes over the segments (about 2 tablespoons).

Stir in honey, mint and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of orange peel. Set aside.

Spray a griddle or heavy skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Pour about 1/4 cup batter onto a hot, lightly greased griddle or heavy skillet. Using the back of a spoon, spread batter into 3 to 4 inch pancakes. Cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until pancakes are golden brown. Turn over when surfaces are bubbly and edges are slightly dry.

To serve, top with orange mixture.

NOTE: If you use a sugar substitute you will have to recalculate the nutritional information.

Servings: 2
Nutrition pr Serving: 303 cal., 10 g total fat (3 g sat. fat), 10 mg chol., 574 mg sodium, 43 g carb. (5 g fiber, 20 g sugars), 12 g pro.

Diabetic Exchanges: Fat 1, Fruit 0.5, Starch 2, Lean Meat 1, Other Carb 0.5

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Monday, September 29, 2014

Re: [epilepsy] Re: I hate epilepsy

 

Mark, 
 
Is there anyone at work who could get you to and from work?
 
Millie
 
Sent: Sunday, September 28, 2014 11:21 PM
Subject: [epilepsy] Re: I hate epilepsy
 
 

Thank you for asking.  Yes, I went for over seven months without a seizure, and that seizure (I think) was caused by the medicine I was prescribed for inflammation after I hurt my back.  Before that it was over a year I think.

I'm doing well, thank you.  I'm having my mom drive me to and from work.  Legally, I'm not supposed to drive for six months after a seizure, but mom doesn't want to drive me around for that length of time.  So, I may cheat on that and start driving sooner.  I know my doctor wouldn't be happy about it, but that's probably what's going to happen.  I won't be able to see him or her (husband and wife are both specialists) until maybe March, so I'll be legal by then (knock on wood).
 
Mark S.

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Sunday, September 28, 2014

[epilepsy] Re: I hate epilepsy

 

Thank you for asking.  Yes, I went for over seven months without a seizure, and that seizure (I think) was caused by the medicine I was prescribed for inflammation after I hurt my back.  Before that it was over a year I think.

I'm doing well, thank you.  I'm having my mom drive me to and from work.  Legally, I'm not supposed to drive for six months after a seizure, but mom doesn't want to drive me around for that length of time.  So, I may cheat on that and start driving sooner.  I know my doctor wouldn't be happy about it, but that's probably what's going to happen.  I won't be able to see him or her (husband and wife are both specialists) until maybe March, so I'll be legal by then (knock on wood).

Mark S.

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Re: [epilepsy] I hate epilepsy

 

Mark, are you feeling any better?  Sometimes it takes a while after seizures to feel life is getting back to normal but I hope you are feeling ok.

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[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Egg in a Cloud - 13g Carbs, 2g Fiber, 2g Sugar

 

Egg in a Cloud - 13g Carbs, 2g Fiber, 2g Sugar

From: www.eggs.ca
This simple breakfast or brunch dish makes great use of the different physical properties of just one egg. By separating the whites from the yolks, whites are whisked to form the "cloud" supporting a lightly broiled yolk topped with melted cheese.
Time to prepare: 5 min
Serves: 2

2 slices whole wheat bread
2 eggs, separated
Pinch pepper
2 Tbsp shredded Cheddar or Swiss cheese

1. Toast bread. Place on baking sheet.

2. Beat egg whites and pepper in medium bowl with electric mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form. Spread half of beaten egg whites on each slice of toast. Make indentation in middle of egg whites with back of spoon.

3. Broil about 5 inches from heating element until egg whites are golden colored, about 1 minute.

4. Remove from oven and carefully drop one egg yolk in each indentation. Sprinkle cheese over top.

5. Place under broiler until cheese melts and yolks are slightly set, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.

Notes
If desired, gently fold in a pinch of Italian seasoning or other dried herbs to stiffly beaten egg whites.
It is easier to separate the egg white from the yolk when the egg is cold. A small funnel is handy for separating egg whites from yolks. Place the funnel over a measuring cup. Crack the egg over the funnel. The white will run through and the yolk will remain in the funnel.
Beat egg whites in a glass or metal bowl; plastic bowls can have a greasy film which can prevent foaming.

Serves: 2
Nutrition per Serving: 172 Calories 172, 9g Fat, 3.5g Saturated Fat, 0g Trans Fat, 242mg Sodium, 11g Protein, 13g Carbs, 2g Fiber, 2g Sugar


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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

 

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

1 cup All Bran Buds cereal OR All Bran Original cereal
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp each, salt and fresh cracked pepper
2 tsp plus 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1 clove garlic
4 cups fresh chopped spinach (1 cup of frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme

Process cereal in a food processor until it has reached a
breadcrumb-like texture. Transfer to a large plate and toss with parsley
and half the salt and pepper.

In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tsp of the oil over medium high
heat. Cook shallots until tender, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook
one minute. Stir in spinach and cook until spinach and wilted and no
liquid remains, about 3 minutes. Let cool. Stir in ricotta, Parmesan and
thyme.

Butterfly chicken by slicing breast in half lengthwise, keeping one end
connected. Stuff each chicken breast by dividing the ricotta mixture
evenly into each chicken breast. Fold over to close and repeat with
remaining chicken breasts.

Dip stuffed chicken breasts into egg and then into the cereal crumb
mixture, pressing gently to evenly coat. In a large oven-proof skillet,
heat oil over medium heat and brown chicken on all sides. Transfer to
375 degrees F oven and bake until chicken is cooked through, about 25
minutes.

YIELDS: 6 servings

PER CHICKEN BREAST: 340 Calories, 38 g Protein, 16 g Carbohydrate, 15 g
Fat, 7 g Dietary Fibre

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Re: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain

 

Thanks, Paul & Elizabeth! I think maybe I have found a suitable replacement for the children's formulation I can't take anymore. It's another generic of diphenhydramine, and so far I'm not feeling any after-effects from taking some last night.


On Monday, September 22, 2014 8:55 PM, "elizabeth equinn76@earthlink.net [epilepsy]" <epilepsy@yahoogroups.com> wrote:


 
It's not just people with epilepsy...many people with heart conditions can't take real Sudafed (just like we can't).  Certain foods can trigger seizures, just like they can trigger migraines in regular people.  They have also found a correlation between epilepsy and people with Celiac Disease (which I have).

Many anti-depressants peak, and then stop working after a while...it is a pain!  So I don't think it's just the population of people with epilepsy, I think many people have issues with over the counter drugs, food allergies, etc...

elizabeth

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From: "pmwpaul@gmail.com [epilepsy]"
Sent: Sep 22, 2014 2:59 PM
To: epilepsy@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain

 
You're not the only one!  I'm sensitive to different anti-depressants.  Just "trying" my last one made me so jittery I had difficulty walking and scared me because it's just close to a gran mal which I hate having.
You know your body better than the doctors and you also have the final responsibility.  Keep a list of what meds you are sensitive to in your wallet at all times.
Hang in there!
Paul 

On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 8:29 AM, Elmer Dorsey elmerdorsey@yahoo.com [epilepsy] <epilepsy@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
 
I had my first seizure when I was 50 years old - 15 years ago. I was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy, and had one or two complex-partial seizures a year until about 5 1/2 years ago. I had two seizures back-to-back one night, and I haven't had another one since that time. (Yes, I know how very fortunate I am!)

One of the most curious results of my seizure disorder is that my brain has become extremely sensitive. I know exactly how much coffee I can drink before I get extremely jittery. And I can't take any kind of over-the-counter cold/allergy medication. I had found one generic variety of a children's night-time cough/cold medicine that didn't bother me. But lately they have evidently changed to a new brand of diphenhydramine, and when I took some the other night I felt like I had cockle-burrs in my head for a couple of days.

Does anyone else have this type of sensitivity? I used to take a couple of different amino acids to help with my ADD issues, but I find that I can't even take them anymore. It's not a really big deal, but I'd like to know if it's just me, or if maybe others have had the same experience.


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Re: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain

 

Thanks, Pat! Coincidentally, I recently started taking Vitamin D. I also returned to my regimen of many years ago and started taking C, B, and E - along with selenium. I know there's a lot of controversy about whether or not they do any good, but I believe they do.


On Monday, September 22, 2014 11:17 AM, "'Aina & Pat DeLorenzo' aina-pat@cox.net [epilepsy]" <epilepsy@yahoogroups.com> wrote:


 
Hi Elmer, I can tell you the same is true in what we see in our 12 yr old daughter who has seizures. MSG, aspartame, High fructose corn syrup, food coloring, too many carbs in a meal or day, wheat, and other things are triggers in varying amounts like you say for her along with exhaustion & heat. Most importantly we have discovered mild dehydration is her most frequent trigger and greatly affects her cognition and focus so we keep her well loaded on good water. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3257694/    She has tubers, like tumors in her brain from TSC and regardless of them causing seizures certain things still are "excitatory" for her.
 
I have read vitamin D helps ADD also. Vit. D is an "antioxidant" vitamin and we give it to her also. My daughter's seizures while far fewer than they used to be are still uncontrolled and we have found that a couple different antioxidant products and electrolyzed water which is high in electrolytes / antioxidant value really helps her most.  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3285010/  Antioxidants also have an "anti-inflammatory " effect like anti-histamines. I shared all this with you because you may not know Amino acids have antioxidant properties as well and have a lot to do with protein function which are all related to stable cell structure which effects brain health. Try to avoid "purified bottled water or R/O water as it is very oxidizing which may make sensitivity worse if you can. Low level dehydration triggers our body to produce histamines intentionally to clog the nose and can even be an asthma trigger to reduce further loss of body water which can sometimes be confused for cold or allergy.
Pat D
From: epilepsy@yahoogroups.com [mailto: epilepsy@yahoogroups.com ]
Sent: Monday, September 22, 2014 6:30 AM
To: epilepsy@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain
 
 
I had my first seizure when I was 50 years old - 15 years ago. I was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy, and had one or two complex-partial seizures a year until about 5 1/2 years ago. I had two seizures back-to-back one night, and I haven't had another one since that time. (Yes, I know how very fortunate I am!)
 
One of the most curious results of my seizure disorder is that my brain has become extremely sensitive. I know exactly how much coffee I can drink before I get extremely jittery. And I can't take any kind of over-the-counter cold/allergy medication. I had found one generic variety of a children's night-time cough/cold medicine that didn't bother me. But lately they have evidently changed to a new brand of diphenhydramine, and when I took some the other night I felt like I had cockle-burrs in my head for a couple of days.
 
Does anyone else have this type of sensitivity? I used to take a couple of different amino acids to help with my ADD issues, but I find that I can't even take them anymore. It's not a really big deal, but I'd like to know if it's just me, or if maybe others have had the same experience.


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Monday, September 22, 2014

Re: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain

 

It's not just people with epilepsy...many people with heart conditions can't take real Sudafed (just like we can't).  Certain foods can trigger seizures, just like they can trigger migraines in regular people.  They have also found a correlation between epilepsy and people with Celiac Disease (which I have).

Many anti-depressants peak, and then stop working after a while...it is a pain!  So I don't think it's just the population of people with epilepsy, I think many people have issues with over the counter drugs, food allergies, etc...

elizabeth

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From: "pmwpaul@gmail.com [epilepsy]"
Sent: Sep 22, 2014 2:59 PM
To: epilepsy@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain

 

You're not the only one!  I'm sensitive to different anti-depressants.  Just "trying" my last one made me so jittery I had difficulty walking and scared me because it's just close to a gran mal which I hate having.
You know your body better than the doctors and you also have the final responsibility.  Keep a list of what meds you are sensitive to in your wallet at all times.
Hang in there!
Paul 

On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 8:29 AM, Elmer Dorsey elmerdorsey@yahoo.com [epilepsy] <epilepsy@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
 

I had my first seizure when I was 50 years old - 15 years ago. I was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy, and had one or two complex-partial seizures a year until about 5 1/2 years ago. I had two seizures back-to-back one night, and I haven't had another one since that time. (Yes, I know how very fortunate I am!)

One of the most curious results of my seizure disorder is that my brain has become extremely sensitive. I know exactly how much coffee I can drink before I get extremely jittery. And I can't take any kind of over-the-counter cold/allergy medication. I had found one generic variety of a children's night-time cough/cold medicine that didn't bother me. But lately they have evidently changed to a new brand of diphenhydramine, and when I took some the other night I felt like I had cockle-burrs in my head for a couple of days.

Does anyone else have this type of sensitivity? I used to take a couple of different amino acids to help with my ADD issues, but I find that I can't even take them anymore. It's not a really big deal, but I'd like to know if it's just me, or if maybe others have had the same experience.


 

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Re: [epilepsy] Sensitive Brain

 

You're not the only one!  I'm sensitive to different anti-depressants.  Just "trying" my last one made me so jittery I had difficulty walking and scared me because it's just close to a gran mal which I hate having.
You know your body better than the doctors and you also have the final responsibility.  Keep a list of what meds you are sensitive to in your wallet at all times.
Hang in there!
Paul 

On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 8:29 AM, Elmer Dorsey elmerdorsey@yahoo.com [epilepsy] <epilepsy@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
 

I had my first seizure when I was 50 years old - 15 years ago. I was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy, and had one or two complex-partial seizures a year until about 5 1/2 years ago. I had two seizures back-to-back one night, and I haven't had another one since that time. (Yes, I know how very fortunate I am!)

One of the most curious results of my seizure disorder is that my brain has become extremely sensitive. I know exactly how much coffee I can drink before I get extremely jittery. And I can't take any kind of over-the-counter cold/allergy medication. I had found one generic variety of a children's night-time cough/cold medicine that didn't bother me. But lately they have evidently changed to a new brand of diphenhydramine, and when I took some the other night I felt like I had cockle-burrs in my head for a couple of days.

Does anyone else have this type of sensitivity? I used to take a couple of different amino acids to help with my ADD issues, but I find that I can't even take them anymore. It's not a really big deal, but I'd like to know if it's just me, or if maybe others have had the same experience.


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