"Nicky" > wrote in message
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> 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

Yes, I eat Oatmeal (old-fashioned or steel cut, never "quick" or "instant")
oatmeal, with no problems. Beans and lentils are also fine. However, even
a single slice of whole wheat bread caused spikes, so I am interested to see
what reaction others have had to barley. As you said, I will have to test
it myself if I decide to try it.

MaryL