tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post155610571611090525..comments2024-03-18T00:20:39.782+11:00Comments on Type 2 Diabetes - A Personal Journey: AspartameAlanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-48372141740797417272013-03-19T19:15:36.398+11:002013-03-19T19:15:36.398+11:00This comment has been removed by the author.Alanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-75266082343176543702013-03-17T04:53:15.286+11:002013-03-17T04:53:15.286+11:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-25595954907987553122013-02-26T06:33:32.582+11:002013-02-26T06:33:32.582+11:00Drink up, pal. :)
Drink up, pal. :)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-74884302149355726682012-03-01T14:27:48.285+11:002012-03-01T14:27:48.285+11:00Thanks,
Newly diagnosed myself and glad to hear I...Thanks,<br /><br />Newly diagnosed myself and glad to hear I don't have to give up the diet pepsi.<br /><br />I do have friends who truly believe that it was the diet pepsi that gave me diabetes and not a medication reaction.<br /><br />Thanks again<br />Brendalexiwordshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00255999755864292249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-27933683056137710682011-09-29T01:42:14.916+10:002011-09-29T01:42:14.916+10:00@Andie Clarke: all the things you were drinking al...@Andie Clarke: all the things you were drinking also contain significant amounts of caffeine which may be responsible for your symptoms. <br /><br />I found this site via an osteoporosis site, as one of the better meds for that contains aspartame. Luckily, I was informed today that I've got vit D deficiency, so only have to regenerate my Vit D stores. However, I'm also epileptic and a close friend suffers from migraines. We are both "triggered" by aspartame, so we avoid it. Not being diabetic, we're able to go for sugar alternatives. I'm not sure what option I'd go for if I was. <br /><br />Take care all, <br />Catherine.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-51130221876282789952011-09-03T19:39:59.654+10:002011-09-03T19:39:59.654+10:00Margie's Musings: I've found that the res...Margie's Musings: I've found that the researchers are still arguing about how safe high fructose corn syrup (HCFS) is. The research conducted on rats and mice used such high levels of fructose (higher than that found in HCFS) that it produced some bad effects on them, including insulin resistance (the main feature of type 2 diabetes). Research conducted on honeybees showed that if HCFS is overheated (as it often is during manufacture or transport), pairs of the fructose molecules combine into larger molecules that are toxic to honeybees (but with no sign that they're anywhere near as toxic to humans).<br /><br />Do either of these results apply to humans? I've seen no sign that significant research on this question has been done - only such a wide variety of "expert" opinions on whether it does or not that it's rather doubtful that many of these "experts" should have the quotes removed.Robert Mileshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02269202188813892701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-68943382409166990672011-04-20T20:01:04.692+10:002011-04-20T20:01:04.692+10:00I thought for a while before allowing the previous...I thought for a while before allowing the previous comment. I decided to approve it in the interests of fairness for further balance.<br /><br />However, I have absolutely no way of checking on Andie Clarke's bona fides nor have I any way to check on her story.Alanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-62407808909309028152011-04-19T19:29:53.419+10:002011-04-19T19:29:53.419+10:00I just want to say that I was drinking diet pepsi ...I just want to say that I was drinking diet pepsi every day for 6 years. Prior to this I did not have any health issues. I was afraid of gaining weight, so I switched to diet pepsi. <br /><br />Before I get started I wanted to say that I'm a very healthy eater and I practice calorie counting. I only take in 1,200 - 1,300 of lean meats, veg, fruits. I don't eat processed. Aside from that I got hooked onto my soda because to me it was a daily treat. I was taking in 8 oz, once per day.<br /><br />After about 3 years of drinking diet pepsi, diet pepsi max, and diet vanilla and cherry pepsi, I started putting on weight. I steadily gained and put on 30 lbs. <br />I attributed that to old age, and started working out more and cutting on some things that I thought I was eating that could be creating the problem. Had a thyroid and blood work up done. Nothing showed up that would suggest a health problem. My doctor suggested I was entering perimenopause. I was 40 at the time.<br /><br />I continued to gain another 10 lbs. totaling my gain to 40lbs. I decided to get off the diet pepsi. I stopped cold turkey, and switched off to one regular soda per morning to combat any caffiene withdrawal. (I'm not a coffee drinker)<br />I developed tremors in my hands, vomiting, and sleepless nights. I went back on the diet soda and it all went away. <br /><br />I stayed on it for another six months, and within that period of time I developed tinnitus, dizzy spells, heart racing, and restless legs. Just from one can per day. <br />I went to my GP who checked me over for everything. Went to a cardiologist for a work up, then a neurologist and internist to make sure it wasn't something else because I had a hard time believing that diet soda would cause heart racing. <br /><br />My dr called me up during that period of time to let me know that my blood work had returned and that he wanted me back in for an AC1 test because my blood sugars were high. Shortly after I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.I was shocked about that because I don't eat processed things, white flour or sugar.<br /><br />No one in my family has diabetes, so I was shocked. When I asked my dr if aspartame can cause my high blood sugar he said no. So I continued to drink it. <br /><br />Now at that point people would say why didn't you stop it when you felt that sick? I was in total denial. The doc said it was OK, and to be honest I was addicted to it. I felt like I needed it to get through the day. It took a mild stroke to wake me up. I was in my home and my husband was on the way to work when I suddenly felt confused, the world behind me started to fall away, my face went extremely burning hot, and when he spoke to me the words that fell out of my mouth were slurred and garbled. Then I lost feeling in my legs and went down. I went to the ER in an ambulance. <br /><br />I was in the hospital for two weeks. They ran every test on me that they could and found nothing. They diagnosed it based on my symptoms. In the hospital I wasn't given diet soda so I began to detox off of it then.<br /><br />When I got out of the hospital with my life still intact, I stayed off the diet soda and I continued getting better after the first couple of weeks of shakes, headaches, and sleeplessness. I started to feel very good again and my weight dropped by 8 lbs in two weeks. It has steadily dropped since then over the course of the year. <br /><br />Now I don't know if aspartame caused all of this for sure, and I can't prove it. All I can say is that I was a very sick woman, and once I quit it, I have regained my health. <br /><br />Thank youAndie Clarkenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-13045396507612619452011-03-31T09:39:40.610+11:002011-03-31T09:39:40.610+11:00My "doctor" (that's PAC to you) advi...My "doctor" (that's PAC to you) advised me just yesterday to ditch the diet sodas because they're "proven metabolic disrupters." I was flabbergasted, finally managed to splutter, "Um--the ADA disagrees." I'm newly diagnosed diabetic (A1C 6.9%), and I'm finding that a lot of what my PAC says doesn't jibe with what the CDC, ADA, or other reputable organizations say. I'm happy to read this, though--it's in keeping with my own thoughts.Krishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07132154419474345005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-27699922903052585252011-03-23T13:59:56.764+11:002011-03-23T13:59:56.764+11:00I reject many comments daily; mostly spam but the ...I reject many comments daily; mostly spam but the occasional passionate kook. <br /><br />I allowed the previous comment to add some balance and give the opposing point of view. You can form your own opinion as to which of us is brain-damaged. <br /><br />On benefiting financially I suspect I will still be waiting for my cheque from the aspartame people for a long time to come. <br /><br />On the other hand, many of those who get vehement about aspartame seem to have links to stevia sales. Not that I have anything against stevia; use whatever works for you.Alanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-13295675219124080102011-03-23T13:22:01.062+11:002011-03-23T13:22:01.062+11:00It is so funny that this article was even written ...It is so funny that this article was even written because it was written by someone who has had brain dammage caused by the poison of aspartame. it is a known fact that aspartame is a chemical that in your body turns to formaldehyde and MANY other poisonous substances. It is not a natural product it is a man made CHEMICAL, how could that be safe?! if you google aspartame there have been so many studies on it and the majority of them tell you how unsafe it is. The only ones who say they are unsafe are the ones benefiting finacially from it. It is also very unsafe for people with diabetes. It actually causes you to crave more carbohydrates and causes your body to be less likely to control your diabetes. Aspartame is actually a sponser of the diabetes foundation that is why the diabetes foundation says it is good . why would you put a chemical into your body. this sweetner is poison and should be banned! it is killing people and causing an increase in many types of diseases. Use stevia instead it is a natural sweetner from a herb and it does not cause your blood sugar to rise! Just because aspartame is on the market still does not mean it is safe, look at cigarettes, they are still on the market and everyone knows how unsafe they are!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-34533825069001232192011-03-12T02:10:49.112+11:002011-03-12T02:10:49.112+11:00For the person who said aspartame raises his BGs -...For the person who said aspartame raises his BGs -- I have found that green tea, drunk without sweetener does the same thing. Someone suggested that it was the caffeine, and I wonder if you've been drinking caffeinated soft drinks, and whether that might actually be the culprit.Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06909597803703850020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-29753137208786368532011-03-12T00:32:27.957+11:002011-03-12T00:32:27.957+11:00Thanks for pointing to the literature and evidence...Thanks for pointing to the literature and evidence. I think there is a strong tendency to demonize and fear technology, including sugar substitutes and big pharma, both of which have helped immensely.Diabetologicahttp://www.diabetologica.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-60012368665484401502011-02-23T12:14:13.089+11:002011-02-23T12:14:13.089+11:00I do occasionally get pins and needles, which does...I do occasionally get pins and needles, which does stop within a day or two of stopping aspartame (maybe coincidence??) - but that's the only thing I've noticed with it! if I go asp free for a few days, I go back on it and I'm fine!Danielnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-71488035553686126202010-10-19T03:17:46.020+11:002010-10-19T03:17:46.020+11:00I've been off of Diet Coke for about two weeks...I've been off of Diet Coke for about two weeks and I feel the withdrawals and I am suffering hypoglycemic bouts every other day. For me, and I STRESS for me, it seems to have an effect. Something to look into if you are a Diabetic type 2 as I am. <br /><br />As others have said on the site, individually, people should check this out before bashing it wholesale. We're all different, after all.Badgertalehttp://seedandlightinternational.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-10424382057065851492010-03-29T09:22:26.306+11:002010-03-29T09:22:26.306+11:00I guess my question is; why all the fuss? If apart...I guess my question is; why all the fuss? If apartame does not have all the side effects, what do the kooks really have to gain by going after aspartame?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-42695981691925640362010-02-22T06:37:43.494+11:002010-02-22T06:37:43.494+11:00The aspartame fear pervades even my most intellige...The aspartame fear pervades even my most intelligent of friends. People who know peer review is important. Yet they still fear the sweetener. They know the fear is irrational, but it still has them worry about using it and pass on those fears to other people.Sam Durkinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04565179802678694498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-49097565703554635562009-10-19T11:57:00.408+11:002009-10-19T11:57:00.408+11:00That response is certainly unique. I have to say t...That response is certainly unique. I have to say that I have never before heard of anyone with such an extreme blood glucose reaction to aspartame. It suggests that you are one of the few who are actually allergic to it. As you said: "aspartame reaction may be based on the individual".Alanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-29989904711669061602009-10-19T06:20:55.843+11:002009-10-19T06:20:55.843+11:00I'm a type2 with a background in research. I ...I'm a type2 with a background in research. I suspect that aspartame reaction may be based on the individual. I notice that for me aspartame consumption seems to cause my blood sugar to bounce up as much as 75 points. I noticed this before reading any of the hysterial nonsense found on the web. I wouldn't go so far as to ban the very helpful stuff, but if control becomes a problem - it might be wise to see if you are sensitive to it. Just switch to seltzer for a week or so. (I miss my diet Pepsi) I also notice that some brands of diet tonic water are made with saccharine and not aspartame. They do not raise my blood sugar, either. It makes sense that that are a wide variety of metabolisms and possibly a variety in metabolic responses - MomcatAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-21582071366873583722009-06-28T02:14:50.516+10:002009-06-28T02:14:50.516+10:00Abe, with T2, all I can drink is water and that is...Abe, with T2, all I can drink is water and that is getting boring really fast. I'm not drinking enough just because I can't stand the taste of water. I'm one of these people that need a large variety of flavours in order to maintain interest in food. So I look forward to sweet drinks with bright colors and flavors not found in nature for taste and visual entertainment, also, when I'm cooking my pies (of some renown), I need a sweetness to bring out the more subtle flavors in the fruit and spices rather the rather flat taste you get from just fruit alone.<br /><br />What I've found to solve my flavor/taste problem is a soft drink called zevia. Sweetened with Stevia it has that classic long sweet tail that last long after the soda has passed through your mouth. It's not as bad as the taste you get from aspartame or sucralose but it's clearly artificial. It's kind of expensive. At the local Hannaford's it's something like $5.50 for a sixpack.<br /><br />The other sweetener that helps is Zweet.(Erythritol). It really tastes very close to sure. Mouth feels very similar. And best of all, I have not mentioned a single bump on my glucose readings. Apparently, you don't get the digestive upsets of other alcohol sugars because this supposedly goes out through the small intestine and through the kidneys like regular sugar. Read the website if you want the PR but, I'm happy with it. I can make lemonade, lineade, sweetened iced herbal tea which starts taking care of my sweet drink craving.<br /><br />sorry about the anon but I really don't feel like retrieving my password --cmAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-3415178181484888162009-06-25T12:55:46.902+10:002009-06-25T12:55:46.902+10:00Fair enough Abe; I accept that you aren't a ko...Fair enough Abe; I accept that you aren't a kook and I've posted the comment. <br /><br />I don't think I need to respond, my views are quite clear in the blog post. But if others wish to, feel free.Alanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-43908803726466429392009-06-25T11:36:04.745+10:002009-06-25T11:36:04.745+10:00I guess you could use your own question here: Who ...I guess you could use your own question here: Who or which of the following may go blind, etc., when it turns out aspartame causes some unforeseen problems? <br /><br />It seems from the comments that the major reason to use aspartame is to drink soda. If you stop and think about it - what is that stuff, diet or otherwise? I haven't had a soda in over 2 years, and I don't miss it. <br /><br />Are sodas so critical to your happiness that you can't give them up? Try it for a couple of weeks, and then taste one, very carefully. They actually taste like crap. I try not to be a kook, but I prefer my food to come from nature, not a laboratory.Abenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-59722747834683873592009-06-22T04:53:34.635+10:002009-06-22T04:53:34.635+10:00I'm very interested to read Countrymouses'...I'm very interested to read Countrymouses's experiences, because they are close to mine. <br /><br />I have always tolerated liquid sucralose in small amounts.<br /><br />All of my intolerances improved once I went gluten free (not just low carb and gluten lite). Gluten also had a lot to do with the migraines, as it turned out! <br /><br />I've been told that the increased sensitivity is an indicator of poor gut health/increased permeability. After going GF/CF, I used Vitamin D, probiotics and glutamine - all these seem to help. <br /><br />I have not tried aspartame again yet - I had such a bad migraine last time and I had the aspartame on its own without any food.....but I am much more tolerant of fragrances and my health seems more robust in general. <br /><br />I guess what I am trying to say is that if aspartame causes some one difficulties, it may be a sign of other issue(s) that need attention.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-57783373347092619472009-06-03T05:29:15.500+10:002009-06-03T05:29:15.500+10:00I am a new diabetic (type 2) and I do love the "fo...I am a new diabetic (type 2) and I do love the "food police" so much. I am an adult and actually choose what goes in my body, I happen to choose diet coke, and have LONG before my diagnosis. "Should you be eating/drinking that?" as they are stuffing their faces with a large cream cheese slathered bagel. Some people don't get it at all. <br /><br />Great Blog!Shellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07656485967101098724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8967781860933132301.post-13749973059766513152009-05-24T12:32:37.222+10:002009-05-24T12:32:37.222+10:00Nice to see you again, Cia.
Cheers, AlanNice to see you again, Cia.<br /><br />Cheers, AlanAlanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868809225921579099noreply@blogger.com