Thu, Jun-28-18, 10:45
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Plan: Atkins & IF / TRE
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BF:
Progress: 97%
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My wife's bg was higher this morning (she's been eating plantain chips the last couple days along with me - she has T2D). Going to have to cut back so she will too.
Found this:
7 Reasons to Add Plantains to Your Diet (#5 Will Make You Think)
this link loads sometimes...
http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/green-plantain-raise-blood-sugar-11320.html
Because plantains have a high carbohydrate content and glycemic load, they can raise blood sugar. (17) Those with diabetes should be aware of pairing plantains with other foods that can raise blood sugar levels.
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Originally Posted by doreen T
Just for context
Nutrition Facts
Plantains .. Per 100 grams
Calories 122
Total Fat 0.4 g
Sodium 4 mg
Potassium 499 mg
Total Carbohydrate 32 g
Dietary fiber 2.3 g
Sugar 15 g
Protein 1.3 g
My glucose meter says plantains are off the menu if you're pre-diabetic or insulin resistant.
Just sayin'
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