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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 1 month, 1 week ago
In reply to: Victoria B posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes Hi All! So happy to report an A1C of 5.5 from 5.8 in December of 2012. I owe that to the BSS advanced plan. The bad news is that my doctor believes […] ViewWhat about PGX. Dr. Hyman calls this his ”magic Supp.”. I use it 2x’s/ day and keeps my BS’s in a very normal range.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 1 month, 1 week ago
In reply to: Victoria B posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes Hi All! So happy to report an A1C of 5.5 from 5.8 in December of 2012. I owe that to the BSS advanced plan. The bad news is that my doctor believes […] ViewHi Victoria, if I was in your shoes I would take my medical records and food plan to another doc. If I was not seeing an endocrinologist I would start. Or find another MD, DO that will work with you and your meds. You have the right to take care of yourself any way you see fit. If this doc is unwilling to take you off meds go to one that will. I…[Read more]
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 1 month, 1 week ago
In reply to: MichaelJay posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I just started would like to become friends with people in the same boat. my blood sugars are high and i don’t want to go on meds….. the book really […] ViewHi Michael, You are in the right place for support. When I started BSS last Apr. I was off insulin in 4wks. I must admit I have been struggling with staying on the program the last few months I’m still not on any hypoglycemic meds. I look back to when I started to stray and I think it was do to boredom with the the foods I was preparing. A key…[Read more]
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 1 month, 1 week ago
In reply to: cindy posted an update in the group Recipes I have been experimenting in the BSS cookbook; so far I love the almond flax chicken, almond rosemary chicken, lemon chick-peas (I brought those with us to a park play […] ViewI learned yesterday you can take tofu put in the food processor, blend till smooth. Can be used in place of mayo, which I know we don’t use. You could put vegs. or spices in it and make it more tasteful.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 1 month, 1 week ago
In reply to: rissa posted an update in the group Weight & Obesity Is anyone else having trouble ordering online at Dr. Hyman’s store? I can’t do that nor can I reach anyone at the store when I call. I sent an e-mail, but no […] ViewI buy my supps. usually at amazon.com. There cheaper as far as I know. I haven’t checked his prices out recently.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 1 month, 1 week ago
In reply to: rosemary myers posted an update in the group Weight & Obesity had my follow up with my doctor today; last visit was on 1/21 – my A1C is down to 5.5, and HDL and Triglycerides are within normal limits
He cut my […] View
Hi Rosemary, fantastic news. What a wonderful job. You are an inspration to me.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months ago
In reply to: Steve posted an update in the group Depression Hello - I started the program 5 days ago and have been combining it with going to the gym. While going to the gym normally raised my spirits and reduced my anxiety, […] ViewHi Steve, around the 3rd week on BSS I felt terrible. Extremely tired, shaky, flu like. I rested alot. Iknow how you feel.
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Elaine Sweeney posted an update in the group
Recipes 2 months agoNew recipe. Protein Pancakes. 2 scoops of unsweetened, vanilla flavored protein powder. 200mls of egg whites. Mix together in your blender ( if the batter seems to thick for batter add a little more egg white to thin it out. Not to much though) Coat your pan with coconut oil pour batter for 1 pancake. It takes 3-4 mins. to cook. With this recipe I…[Read more]
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Hi Elaine, This sounds like it would work for portable food!
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This sounds good Elaine – thanks for sharing! Susie
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months ago
In reply to: missy posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition I’m finding so many contradictions in this book. I am confused as to whether I should be on the basic or advanced plan. I’ve been on the advanced thus far (1 […] ViewHi Missy, I use a protein powder that is unsweetened. It is pea, hemp, and rice protein with chia seeds. It is vanilla flavored. You could add vanilla extract to your smoothie. See how that is. I found this protein very palatable. It’s made by LifeTime. Cheapest to order on amazon.com. This is the best one for me so far and I have tried many.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Elaine Sweeney posted an update in the group Stress Stress is a dangerous situation for me. I eat my anxiety, anger and when I’m so tired I don’t care what I eat. I’ve been struggling the past few days with all. […] ViewThank you Nicole and Margaret for sharing your wisdom. I am actively working on a new method of dealing with my stress. I don’t quite have it all down pat yet. I know with lots of practice it will come automatically. Patience and time will get me where I want to be.
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Elaine Sweeney posted an update in the group
Stress 2 months, 2 weeks agoStress is a dangerous situation for me. I eat my anxiety, anger and when I’m so tired I don’t care what I eat. I’ve been struggling the past few days with all. Went off plan. Had increased pain, and bs Wed. Back down yesterday and today. I could go on. The scary part is that I didn’t care bc I knew I would get back on BSS and I did. That’s…[Read more]
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I have trouble with stress but have found other means of dealing with it other than eating things off plan. There are times where I end up eating early because I know if I don’t eat a healthy meal that I will turn to something that I really shouldn’t be eating a lot of like cashews or peanut butter . Can you find something else to do like going…[Read more]
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Hi Elaine, It is fantastic you found your way back to the plan. The increased physical pain will probably get you right back on track.
As far as stress, it is best to recognize when or what triggers the stress. Can you change your thinking on the matter or can you avoid the person or situation. Often stress is about us wanting things a certain…[Read more] -
Thank you Nicole and Margaret for sharing your wisdom. I am actively working on a new method of dealing with my stress. I don’t quite have it all down pat yet. I know with lots of practice it will come automatically. Patience and time will get me where I want to be.
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Hi Elaine – I recently starting meditation and I am loving it. I tried it just sitting quietly on my own and I couldn’t do it. My mind was wandering all over the place! haha So I bought a CD by Dr. Andrew Weil and he guides you through several different meditations. This way works very well for me and it is helping with my stress. Have you tried…[Read more]
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: GGlaze posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition Hi, I have purchased Dr. Hyman’s new book-The BSS Cookbook and am new to this site. I wonder if someone could please tell me why Oranges(the fruit) is not […] ViewI would suggest that you invest in the Blood Sugar Solution book if you haven’t already. It is full of info. and Dr. H’s food plans.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Nicole posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes How many times have you thought to yourself that there is just NOT enough hours in the day. Many of us have a constant struggle for balance as we juggle […] ViewHi Nicole, It looks as though you have covered most everything. I think the cumulative term for me would be be prepared, Plan ahead. I learn so much from your posts. Thanks Elaine
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: alexjames posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I just purchased Dr. Hyman’s book and cookbook. I am insulin-dependent as well as on statins and Metformin 1,000 twice daily. I’m trying to figure out […] ViewGreat idea Margaret. I have that option with my doc. It works really well.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: alexjames posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I just purchased Dr. Hyman’s book and cookbook. I am insulin-dependent as well as on statins and Metformin 1,000 twice daily. I’m trying to figure out […] ViewHi Alex, I told my doc what I was doing as far as BSS. I was on insulin too. He gave me parameters for how to lower my insulin as my bs”s came down. I was off insulin in 4 wks. after I started BSS. Everyone is different. I hope you continue to share your results. This is a great place to be.
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Elaine Sweeney posted an update in the group
Recipes 2 months, 2 weeks agoI discovered baby kale this week. Found it in my discount grocery store. It’s in a plastic box prewashed. I stir fried it with onion and garlic. So good. Raw it’s a little bitter. Cooked it was great.
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I cut my kale in thin strips and have it in my salad
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Hi Elaine – I have seen those containers as well. I love kale and eat some every week. Usually stir fried as you mentioned, sometimes I will add some to my smoothie as well, or in a salad like Nicole mentioned. It is so good! Susie
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Hi, Elaine,
I love to put baby kale into my morning egg white omelet. Quite yummy, especially when it crisps up in the sauteeing process!
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Regina Goodwin posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition I have fallen off the wagon big time last week. I just started a new job and there was nothing but sweets all over the place. 1) Fudge 2) Peach […] ViewI have found that PGX helps with sugar cravings Cheapest is on amzon.com.
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Victoria B posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes Hi All! I saw my doctor this morning and took along a record of my glucose readings over the past week. I am currently in week 4 of the advanced BSS […] ViewCongratulations Victoria. I can’t tell you how excited I am to hear your happy news. I know how happy I was when I was able to stop taking insulin. Great Job.
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Kudos to you too Elaine!
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: GGlaze posted an update in the group Supplements Hi, I would like to know if Whey to Go by Solgar meets the requirements Dr Hyman mentions for bioactive whey protein in a recent article on Huff. Post. It appears […] ViewI agree with Nicole. I’d hold off on the whey for now. It won’t go to waste. You will use it sometime in the future. I just found a really good plant protein that I love. I bought it at a health food store. I’m sure you can get it on amazon. The manufacturer is LIFE TIME Life’s Basics, plant protein mix. Pea, Hemp, Rice and chia seeds…[Read more]
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Thanks for the reply and thanks for the plant protein recommendation too.
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I went to the Vitamin Shoppe and found tons of protein powders. At Whole Foods, you can buy single serving trials of many brands before investing in the large can. I’ve noticed that the sales people like to suggest Whey Protein. It is probably the smoothest tasting, but stay away from dairy for a while. I kinda went nuts and bought samples of…[Read more]
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Hi, Thanks for the reply and info.
I did get the LIFE TIME plant protein that Elaine mentioned above. Had first amount yesterday, as well as starting BSS diet yesterday with my wife too. It(protein) was pretty good but will take some getting used to, which is fine. We live in rural area so not too many choices for great shopping are close.…[Read more]
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Elaine Sweeney posted a new activity comment 2 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Nicole posted an update in the group Weight & Obesity Let’s have some fun! What are your most common excuses for getting off track and losing sight of your health goals- ( Not all of these are mine – some have […] ViewAgreed Janine. The reward one is a big one for me too.
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I hear you Elaine! I was a little upset at first and I do realize that I have the right to take care of myself anyway I see fit. And I am curious as heck to know what my BS’s and A1C would be when totally off metformin. Frankly, I was really surprised that my doctor agreed so quickly and with no persuasion on my part to reduce my medication at…[Read more]