"Forbidden" foods and recipes
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| Fri, 10-03-2003 - 1:26pm |
The way to think of it is that 'forbidden foods' are meant to be a general list of foods that will cause a peak in your insulin levels because they're more quickly converted into glucose in the bloodstream than other foods. Take carrots, for example. They are 'forbidden' in phase 1, yet I know for a fact they are listed in at least one recipe in the SBD book. There is a big difference between eating a helping of carrots, and putting a few carrot shavings on a grilled chicken salad or as part of a recipe. First there is the difference in quantity, which is clear. But also there is a difference in HOW you're eating the carbs -- specifically, with what else you're eating with it. A few carrots in a casserole constitutes a very small portion of carbs (and fiber with it!) which is eaten at the same time as larger portions of protein and fat. To summarize, there's no way that a miniscule portion of carrots in a casserole is going to be solely responsible for causing a peak in your blood sugar and insulin levels.
I view the list of 'forbidden' foods as a helpful guide of things to avoid, not things that will cause failure of SBD if you do consume them in a small amount as part of a recipe. Everything is relative...
Just my opinion and hope this helps.

Thank you! Being diabetic and quite new to the SBD, this will help me A LOT !
Star
Maybe you could help me with my question. What's the deal with mayonnaise? Low-fat or regular? On page 49 the book says "Mustard's great, and even mayonnaise, as long as you don't overdo it. Remember to use the regular kind, not the low fat." The recipe for Cilantro Mayonnaise on page 179 uses 3/4 cup reduced fat mayonnaise. Help??????
Cathy
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