The Diabetes & Heart Healthy Cookbook

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Summary: Some recipes are not healthy for the diabetic.
Review: The American Diabetic Assocoation (ADA)does a lot of good. They are a fountain head of the flow of information to help diabetics.
However, they have not accepted the Glycemic Index (GI) as a food evaluation tool. Dr. Andrew Weil is quoted as saying, "We now know about the glycemic index and its importance in designing a diet for optimum health."
I have used the GI with great success in going from a diabetic with a diabetic glucose reading of 168 to a non-diabetic glucose reading of 103-105. This rating system identifies mash potatoes,
white rice, and white flour as foods that the diabetic should not eat. I eliminated these foods in achieving my success.
ADA and AHA have in this recipe cookbook, a recipe for "Loaded baked potatoe soup". The recipe starts out all right in baking potatoes, but then peels off the skins and"mash with a potato masher. "Cooks Tip" section talks of"mash as usual" or use "left over mashed potatoes".
In addition to mashed potatoes, many of the recipes contain all-purpose (white) flour.
ADA and AHA do have some novel approaches. The have walnuts in granola and pies. Walnuts are a good source of omega 3 essential fat. Most of us do not get enough omega 3's.
I look forward to ADA reviewing the GI for its value in helping diabetics rid themselves of diabetes.
Charlie Masison, author
Winning the Fight Against Diabetes


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Summary: More than 160 delicious recipes that promote healthy eating
Review: Published by the American Diabetes Association, Diabetes & Heart Healthy Cookbook offers more than 160 delicious recipes that promote healthy eating habits. Dishes such as Stuffed Mushrooms with Ham and Vegetables, Tuna Kebabs, Chunky Vegetable and Egg Salad Sandwiches, Applesauce-Almond Squares and more aren't just for people with diabets or heart problems; the cuisine blends nutritional awareness with a zest for food that simply tastes great, and will appeal to everyone. The instructions are easy to follow, and cooking tips for beginners intersperse the recipes. Diabetes & Heart Healthy Cookbook is an excellent and basic resource for anyone interested in preparing healthier meals for themselves, their family, and their guests.