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Default Question about pearl barley

On Thu, 5 Feb 2009 23:46:03 -0600, "MaryL"
-OUT-THE-LITTER> wrote:

>I have completely eliminated the "white stuff" since being diagnosed T2 five
>years ago--no refined sugar, pasta, rice, potatoes, or flour (except for the
>occasional input when eating in restaurants, which is not often). I used to
>like barley but also have not tried that during this time. It is also a
>good source of nutrition. So...can any of you tell me your experiences with
>barley? Has it had a major impact on your meters, or not.


It spikes me, but don't let that bother you - try it and test! aren't
you the person who can cope with porridge? That's another no-no for
me, so we clearly have different metabolisms.

Nicky.
T2 dx 05/04 + underactive thyroid
D&E, 100ug thyroxine
Last A1c 5.3% BMI 25