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I appreciate you taking the time to respond to my post to say (again) that you will not respond to my posts (a case of last word-itis?) My point is that you can have an hourglass shape, but still have an waist hip ratio, or waist size that indicates a higher level of visceral fat. Also, that women tend to deposit fat more…

Significant visceral fat tends to accumulate more in men, but is associated with higher risk when present in women. In the absence of CT, waist-hip ratios (greater than 8 for women, 9 for men), or waist size (over 35" for women, 40" for men) are shortcuts to get an approximate idea of if there is enough visceral fat to be…

Saying a study is "weak" or that you don't like the author is not debunking it. I'm the one who has provided scientific evidence for my point of view. If your added sugar intake is limited to a donut or a couple of cookies every couple of days, then yes, your definition of moderation is in line with recommendations. Based…

I know that blood sugar should be between 3.9 and 5.5 mmol/L (70 to 100 mg/dL) when fasting for non-diabetics, but not about blood volume for glucose level (your question). My advice isn`t on what is moderate, it is my understanding of what is recommended.

'Fraid I would have to look them up, as I am neither....I'm a little worried about recommended "blood volume for glucose level" - are we feeding vampires? I'm aware of the WHO recommendation for added sugars, but I personally would be little more lenient when there is discretionary calories. I would say 1-2 servings of…

The visceral fat data was in regards to type II diabetes risk. The assertion was made that specific diet items do not impact diabetic risk (you don't get diabetes from sugar). An argument was presented that high GI foods (ie. sugar, processed carbs, and overall high carb intake) can increase risk of type II diabetes.…

What is moderation? I see the word thrown around a lot, in the context of ignoring the advice given by various medical organizations i.e. don't worry about MFP's sugar recommendtions. I can't agree to "eat in moderation" when it comes from people who also say as long as macros are met then everything else will work out. I…

In "DIET, LIFESTYLE, AND THE RISK OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS IN WOMEN" consumption of cereal fibers and a healthy balance of fats were both protective. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2453647/ "An increase of three servings/day in total fruit and vegetable consumption was not associated with development of…

It just gets annoying reading sugar advocates writing "sugar is evil" again and again (see post I replied to). Sugar advocates are the only ones who use that phrase, and it is never their message, so what's the point? Moderation is thrown around so much that the word is essentially meaningless. So to you, moderation is…

OK, just looked at your journal. Only over a few days, but....I really hope you are eating more than you are logging. A lot of people look at the MFP recommendation for protein as a minimum. 26 g protein in one day is not enough. Try to do your best to meet your protein goal every day. I think it may be under apps, but MFP…

After bariatric surgery, some lose as much as 15 lbs/wk. Their Drs. believe the risks of being morbidly obese outweigh the risks of rapid weight loss. One of the more common problems with rapid weight loss is gallstones. Of course, being obese also increases to risk of gallstones. To lower the risk, be sure to get adequate…

Please stop saying sugar is evil. It doesn't help anything. The website states to worry about more than HFCS - but it does single out added sugar - the limit is for added sugar, not for the naturally occurring sugar in foods like dairy, fruit or vegetables. HFCS in pop is one of the most significant contributers to added…

In "DIET, LIFESTYLE, AND THE RISK OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS IN WOMEN", the last link, "Our data suggest that the percentage of cases of diabetes that are preventable by diet and exercise independently of body weight is greater among women of normal weight than among obese women." So, when eating at maintenance, what you…

The letter you linked to based it's data on links to meta analyses, not actual intervention studies. Here is an intervention study comparing isocaloric effects of glucose and fructose http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2673878/ "Consuming fructose-sweetened, not glucose-sweetened, beverages increases visceral…

Where sugar gets the rap with diabetes is through it's contribution to visceral fat (VAT) and abdominal subcutneous fat (SAT). Visceral fat is associated with diabetes and metabolic disease. Certain foods are more likely to contribute to visceral fat, like sugar-sweetened beverages. That is why diabetes health authorities…

This is talking about hyperglycemia - high blood sugar - which is definitely linked to health problems. Insulin spikes are not, as far as I know, unless a diabetic has miscalculated their bolus, and ends up hypoglycemic - dangerously low blood sugar. The spikes of insulin from protein intake or exercise pose no risks to…

Have you ever tried cashew butter? I think some people who can't eat peanut butter can eat cashew or almond butter. I like it better than peanut butter, but it is expensive, and you have to mix up the oil every time you eat. I'm thinking about trying to make some with my spice grinder...Hmm...I wonder if I could roast…

I find if I can stay to 1200 calories a day of nutritious food, I don't have issues with hunger either. A very helpful surprise. There is a mechanism at around 800 calories a day intake that suppresses hunger. It can take a few days to kick in. Increased ketones from reliance on fat for energy can also suppress hunger.…

HFCS is used as a sweetener as it is sweeter than sucrose, and so you can use less of it (it is cheaper). In soda, the mix is about 55% fructose to 45% glucose. Straight fructose is quite sweet, and tends to get people to stop drinking it (saiety). Adding glucose lessens saiety, so someone could drink sodas all through a…

Sugars are different on the elemental level. There are differences in how the body processes HFCS, sucrose, fructose, glucose, dextrose, lactose, etc.... Straight fructose emptys more quickly from the stomach than glucose. Fructose (like in pop) can be processed into fat by the liver without being converted to glucose…

I'm not sure why you think insulin spikes are dangerous, when naturally produced by the body. Some people find it easier to manage cravings when they avoid glucose spikes (eat fiber, pair carbs with protein, switch in lower GI foods for higher GI foods), but that is a separate issue. Insulin helps regulate blood sugar…

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and kills the beta cells of the pancreas. No, or very little, insulin is released into the body Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body can’t properly use the insulin that is released, or releases too little insulin. About 90% of diabetics are type II. It is…

I wear a bathing suit that (used to be) too small for me under my workout clothes to keep my belly from hitting my thighs - my belly bra. I may need a new bathing suit now that I'm about a size 14....It only helps with the lower belly, though. Everything is held in place on top and below, but the "high" belly, just under…

Sorry. Good luck with finding good products. There are recommendations on the internet for safer (better due-dilligence) companies when it comes to gluten-free.

Some people with sugar sensitivity benefit from lowering carbs. The best dietary strategy can vary from individual to individual. Even with type I diabetes, however, insulin can be adjusted to prevent the prolonged high blood sugar that causes damage, regardless of carb intake. Eliminating carbs is pointless, as the body…

You can get (certified) gluten-free oatmeal and steel-cut oats. Also, there are pastas made from lentils or black beans, that have 12 grams of fiber per serving, if you have room for some carbs. Beans are a source of soluble and insoluble fiber.

Food is a risk factor in type II diabetes. http://ajcn.nutrition.org/content/76/1/274S.full Literature review showing that replacing high-glycemic-index food with low-glycemic index food reduces the risk of type II diabetes, and improves glycemic control in those with diabetes, particularly in the obese.…

http://jn.nutrition.org/content/141/9/1626.full Use of high dairy and high protein reduced visceral fat. Visceral fat is strongly correlated with vascular disease, metabolic disorders, insulin resistance, and diabetes. http://jnci.oxfordjournals.org/content/92/1/61.short Fruits and vegetables reduce cancer risk…

Chosing to get sugar from fruit/vegetables and dairy instead of added sugars is moderation, as one serving of fruit/vegetables or dairy has less sugar than one serving of most sweet foods with added sugar (I get that sugar is added to most processed foods, but there are more significant amounts of it in sweet foods).…