Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Why did the FDA restrict Lasik surgery to over 18?

Q. Besides needing the surgery again (possibly) in a few years, I don't see that the surgery would pose any additional risks to teenagers if their vision has stabilized.

A. There are actually some places that may preform LASIK if you are under 18 it is just considered off label. The majority of humans do not have stable vision until between the ages of 18-21, so if your vision is changing then it makes no sense to have it done because you will just have to have it done again, the same is true for diebetics, Contact lens wearers, and pregnant or breast feeding women.


what do diebetics patients eat or what food is good for them ?
Q.

A. People with diabetes do not need to use "diabetic" or "dietetic" foods. They usually cost more than regular food and do not control diabetes any better. Using regular food is cheaper and lets everyone eat the same meal.

When you have diabetes, it is important to read a food label. It has three parts - "Nutrition Facts", "Percent Daily Value", and "Ingredients". In diabetes control, the "Nutrition Facts" part is the most important.

"Nutrition Facts" will show the calories, and grams of protein, fat and carbohydrates in the stated serving size. The total carbohydrate number is the one to pay close attention to because almost all the carbohydrates we eat turn into blood sugar. The amount of carbohydrates eaten is more important than the kind eaten.

"Sugar-free" and "no added sugar" means that table sugar was not used in that food. Other sweeteners that can turn into blood glucose may be in the food. "Sugar-free" and "no added sugar" foods do not always control diabetes better than regular foods.

Be sure to read other terms on food labels carefully. They may not mean what you think they mean. Your healthcare provider or registered dietitian can give you more details on food labels.

For more information about living with diabetes, contact the American Diabetes Foundation at (800) 878-1504.


Is there any lawsuits associated with aspartame* that anyone knows about? It's not associated with yeast.
Q. My doctor told me that its not associated with yeast. Also is it good for diebetics?

A. Yes there are many and the link provided has information on who you need to contact. Forward to anyone who needs it. :)
Manufacters and FDA try to hide this stuff. Sad
Good luck...


Are there any diebetics who are on a diet that prohibits sodium, phosophorus and phosphates?
Q.

A. Not that I know of. Just lowfat, no sugar, low carbs.





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