• Find Us
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

dLife Daily Tips

Do you have hypoglycemic unawareness?

Read More View All Tips

Diabetes Questions & Answers
Your diabetes questions answered by our Experts and Community.


Can't find the answer you are looking for?
Ask a new question
The Question
09/01/09 10:50 PM

"lumpia cooked in olive oil is it ok to eat?"
Asked By: 72chick  
Category: Food and Nutrition

Background Info Hide
Hi I am one day in to finding out I have diabetes. So I haven't even talked to the doc yet. I do have an idea about what I can and can not eat but I can not find a gi on lumpia. I am craving it! can you help me? My fasting # is 137 instead of 70. Not to bad, could be much worse but it is what it is and I do not want to mess up to bad before I see the doc.

Expert Answers (1)

09/07/09 10:49 AM

Hi and thanks for writing dLife! Lumpia is a wonderful tasting traditional food in several Asian cultures, and is typically fried in oil for cooking. Thus, lumpia, depending on the size, portions and fillings inside, is a calorie dense food meaning portions needs to be carefully watched, especially if your weight is higher than it should be, or if your blood cholesterol/triglyceride levels are elevated. How your body responds to foods in terms of blood sugar depends on portions, your physical activity level, and other foods that you might eat with it. Even seasonings/sauces that are used in food preparation can make quite a difference. To find out how you can include your favorite foods in your meal plan for diabetes control, meet with a registered dietitian/certified diabetes educator. Our job is to help you enjoy your favorite foods while still working with you and your doctor to optimize your health!
Answered By: Janice Baker
Accreditations: B.Sc., MBA, RD, CDE, CNSC
Sources Show

Community Answers (0)

There are currently no community answers to this question. Be the first to Post an Answer

Most Recent Food and Nutrition Questions:

If I have reduced my a1c levels to 5.5 thru diet and exercise, what amount of sugar is acceptable to stay at this level?
My husband has type 2 diabetes that we are trying to control with diet. I am having problems trying to find side dishes that are not full of starch
Why does dLife advertise for Atkins meal and snack bars, as though they are low carb? In fact, they are full of sugar alcohols, and are not low carb.
What is the best way to incorporate the "good" whole grains into my diet without adding so many carbohydrates?
I suffer from IBD and type 2 insulin dependant diabetes caused by the cortisone food for diabetes affect my colitis what can I eat. help
Which is best - wheat-based muesli or oats-based muesli please?
are carbs affecting my neuropathy endocrinolgist says no carbs i`m too sensitive is that possible ?

 

*** All information contained on dLife.com is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Our Expert Q&A is not intended to be a replacement or substitute for consultation with a qualified medical professional or for professional medical advice related to diabetes or another medical condition. Please contact your physician or medical professional with any questions and concerns about your medical condition.

Sign up for FREE dLife Newsletters

dLife Membership is FREE! Get exclusive access, free recipes, newsletters, savings, and much more! FPO

FPO

Congratulations!
You are subscribed!
Congratulations!
You are subscribed!
Congratulations!
You are subscribed!

dLife Weekly Poll

Has diabetes made it difficult to get/renew a driver's license?

View Results
More Polls
More Diabetes Information
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
More dLife Information
Copyright © 2012 LifeMed Media, Inc.    All Rights Reserved.
This website is certified by Health On the Net Foundation. Click to verify. This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information:
verify here.