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Posted 12/18/2012 9:32 PM (GMT 0)
I just got these...

http://www.latortillafactory.com/products-4.aspx

They are made with water or Oat Fiber as the first ingredient, rather than flour.

I used the Tomato-Basil, which is 8 effective carbs per wrap (20 - 12 fiber)...but they are HUGE so I cut it in half. The sandwich (turkey meatloaf made without bread) was DELICIOUS and did NOT - I repeat - did NOT spike my glucose. YAY. It was 114 1.5 hours after eating.

On the other hand, I tested with a breakfast 'cookie' this morning. 9 carbs made with flour and sugar. Blood sugar hit 192.

I will repeat this test of course, but initial results are encouraging.

Here's the advertising blurb:

"Acclaimed the "One and Only Low Carb Tortilla" and among 125 “Best Foods For Women” these tortillas are perfect for those following a low carb diet, those seeking lower glycemic index foods (such as diabetics), and those simply seeking delicious ways to get more fiber in their diets. With 52% of the recommended daily value of fiber, these tortillas are also low calorie, cholesterol-free, and contain no saturated fats, trans fat or hydrogenated oils. "
Posted 12/18/2012 10:03 PM (GMT 0)
Testing before and after eating (especially something new) is extremely important in order to know how your blood sugar is affected.

In my opinion it's also better to stay away from packaged food.
Posted 12/18/2012 10:21 PM (GMT 0)
Totally agree about the packaged food, but sometimes you need convenience...and I can't make tortillas like this.
Posted 12/19/2012 1:31 AM (GMT 0)
I know, I know.  There are some things we probably can't make ourselves, so a little convenience really helps sometimes.  Always check your blood sugar so you know how you react to food.  The higher the fiber, the better, of course.

There are other factors to consider, like additives.  We don't know how they affect us over a period of years - so, of course, the older we are, the more we might think about this.

 

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