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Comment on How long does a 91 year old diabetic wear a boot after a double fracture? by noccie

noccie — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:56:06 +0000

The doctor is worried that her bones are still brittle and need more time to completely heal.
Perhaps you can ask the doctor if an air cast or something lighter and smaller could provide the same support?

Comment on Where can I find diabetic recipes? by frustratednurse

frustratednurse — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:53:15 +0000

American Diabetic Association has a website and a magazine that has recipies and a great guide for care of people with diabetes…I am diabetic and find it a great resource.

Comment on How long does a 91 year old diabetic wear a boot after a double fracture? by dwarakanathan cr rama

dwarakanathan cr rama — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:37:54 +0000

EXTRA TIME WEARING IS ONLY TO SUPPORT THE ANKLE –we do not know the bone hardness in this site and hence it is required

Comment on Where can I find diabetic recipes? by wellaem

wellaem — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:32:26 +0000

Having had diabetes myself for over forty years, I have found that there really aren’t “diabetic” receipes. Diabetics eat the same food as anyone else, its only that the portions have to be managed. A balanced diet of carbs, proteins, vegs and fruits (The same that is recommended for everyone.) I think you will find that your guest will be happy if you just prepare your normal fare. We can even eat a small serving of regular dessert occaisionly. Hope this helps.

Comment on How long does a 91 year old diabetic wear a boot after a double fracture? by Ken5

Ken5 — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:18:03 +0000

There are three types of fractures- hairline, simple and compound. Since her foot broke in two places it sounds like a compound fracture and they usually take longer to heal. As she is 91 years and a diabetic it will take even longer because as you get older your bone density naturally decreases and it is worse if you drank a lot of dark sodas containing phosphoric acid during your lifetime. Once she keeps her blood sugar levels normal, diabetes will not be a factor in her healing process. I think her doctor is being cautious as you do not want her fracturing her foot in the same places again. It is not normal practice but I think her Doctor has her best interest at heart.

Comment on How long does a 91 year old diabetic wear a boot after a double fracture? by Can't Sleep In

Can't Sleep In — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:43:25 +0000

I broke my arm last year in three places. I had a cast for 8 weeks and and a brace on the arm for another 10 in addition to bone growth drugs. It can sometimes take awhile to heal these things. If the Doctor says the bones have healed then hopefully it will stay that way.

Comment on How long does a 91 year old diabetic wear a boot after a double fracture? by J B

J B — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:08:53 +0000

The bones could now be recalcified but that does not mean they are strong. He probably thinks her ankle needs this additional support while the bones deposit more bone in the fracture areas, thus making them stronger and stronger. I would do as her physician recommends because one wrong twist of the ankle or foot could re-fracture these bones and she would have to start all over. I’m sure his decision is based on the appearance of her bones on an x-ray. And, the older the person is, the longer the healing time.

Comment on Where can I find diabetic recipes? by bedoorcool

bedoorcool — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:07:34 +0000

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Comment on Can someone give me a good DIABETIC banana bread recipie? by Swirly

Swirly — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:47:56 +0000

Banana Walnut Bread
1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup SPLENDA Granular
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 1/4 cups mashed bananas (approximately 3 large bananas)
1 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup reduced fat buttermilk
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
(Black walnuts can be used to create a uniquely flavored banana bread.)
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
Blend the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Set aside.
Mash bananas. Add oil, buttermilk and vanilla to the mashed bananas. Mix well. Pour banana mixture into dry ingredients. Stir until just mixed.
Add chopped walnuts. Stir until just mixed.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until rich brown and the center is set. Makes 1 loaf; serves approximately 8.
Nutrients Per Serving:
Serving Size 1 slice, Total Calories 160, Calories from fat 45, Total fat 5 g, Saturated fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 210 mg, Total Carbohydrate 24 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugars 6 g, Protein 4 g.
Exchanges Per Serving: 1 Fat, 1 Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
Recipe courtesy of Splenda, Inc.

Banana Raisin Bread
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1 1/2 cups Kellogg’s Special K cereal
6 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, softened
1 cup Equal Spoonful*
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
Combine banana and milk in medium bowl. Stir in cereal. Let stand 5 minutes or until cereal is softened.
Beat butter and Equal on medium speed of electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla until well blended. Stir in cereal mixture. Gradually add combined flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt mixing until combined. Stir in raisins.
Spread batter evenly in sprayed 9 x 5-inch loaf pan. Bake in preheated 350°F oven 45 to 50 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Cool completely on wire rack. Store tightly wrapped in plastic wrap.
Makes 14 servings.
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Nutrition Information Per Serving:
calories 178, protein 4 g, carbohydrate 28 g, fat 6 g, cholesterol 44 mg, sodium 212 mg.
Food Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
Recipe provided courtesy of Merisant Corporation and the NutraSweet Company, makers of Equal

Comment on Wives of diabetic men: How do you deal with the sexual sides effects of diabetic men? by Mmmergz

Mmmergz — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:08:42 +0000

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