"sf" > wrote in message
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> On Wed, 29 Feb 2012 03:56:36 +0000 (UTC),
> (Steve Pope) wrote:
>
>> Still, I firmly believe that cowboy medicine is largely responsible
>> for the diabetes epidemic. I have yet to see any evidence to the
>> contrary.
>
> I have no idea what you mean by cowboy medicine; but our love affair
> with excess carbs and sweets plus the fact that the post war baby
> boomers are aging also factor into the increased instances of
> diabetes.
I never was much of a sweet eater. I loved to bake. So I was constantly
making quick breads, cakes and cookies which I gave away. I also did
painted, filled chocolates. Also gave away. Or sold. I rarely ate any of
those things. Once in a while if I had a screwed up one, I might eat it.
But really I had little desire for them.
Did I eat excess carbs? Maybe. I was a vegetarian in those days. My meals
were usually beans and rice, or beans and pasta. Plenty of salads and other
veggies. I also ate a lot of popcorn. I ate a small amount of cheese and
once in a while, eggs. Very low fat diet. I was convinced that fat was the
root of all evil. I went through a period of time where I made muffins.
They had whole wheat flour, whole oats, lots of nuts and rehydrated dried
fruits of all kinds. They were mostly fruit and nuts with just enough
batter to hold them together. I never really liked muffins. But I felt
these were healthy. I used applesauce instead of oil and only egg whites.
I have seen several dieticians since those days. All but the last one told
me I needed to add fat to my diet. I get it now. I didn't really get it
then. The diet I would naturally choose is very low in fat. I have to make
an effort to add the fat. And I do.