BBQ & Diabetes

Here is a question I recently answered from someone visiting GlucoMenu:

Q:  Every summer our friends & family has a large BBQ.  Since I’m watching my weight and blood sugar, what types of foods should I eat more of and what foods should I avoid at my BBQ? 

A:  BBQs can be a great opportunity to take advantage of enjoying the outdoors and socializing with family & friends.  There are many BBQ options that can be healthy and tasty!  Consider these options for your upcoming BBQ... (click here to read my entire answer).

Cholesterol & Diabetes

Here is a question I recently answered from someone with Diabetes visiting GlucoMenu:

Q:  In addition to having diabetes, I have high cholesterol.  What can I order? 

A:  "If it has eyes, it has cholesterol."  Cholesterol is only found in animal products. 

Plant foods will not contain cholesterol and may contain fiber which can be helpful in lowering cholesterol as well as making you feel full.  Here are a few tips to help guide you when ordering... (click here to read my entire response).

Diabetes Glucose Test

Here is a question we answered from someone visiting GlucoMenu:

Q. My glucose tolerance test was at 105 - how high/low is that compared to acceptable levels?

A. It depends on what type of test you had (was it a fasting glucose test or an oral glucose tolerance test?).  If it was a Fasting Plasma Glucose test, a glucose level of 100-125 indicates pre-diabetes.  Your doctor will have the test results and be able to answer questions specific to you.

The American Diabetes Association states the following:

"In order to determine whether or not a patient has pre-diabetes or diabetes, health care providers conduct a Fasting Plasma Glucose Test (FPG) or an Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT).  Either test can be used to diagnose pre-diabetes or diabetes.  The American Diabetes Association recommends the FPG because it is easier, faster, and less expensive to perform.

With the FPG test, a fasting blood glucose level between... (click here to read our entire response Diabetes Glucose Test).