Jump to content

  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.


  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):
    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Too much sugar?

KathleenH

Recommended Posts

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted

Hi guys. So I've been trying to adjust to my new diet but I've also been trying to watch my weight. I noticed lately that I'm having a lot of fresh fruits and veggies which is great but I notice my sugar intake is really high (98% which are natural sugars). I find it hard to know what types of snacks to have and meals that don't have a lot of sugar. Even if it's natural sugar I seem to be over doing it. I like to make smoothies with no sugar added so I do about half fruit and half veggies but I'm still getting in way too much sugar for the day. Any tips would be helpful!

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


Jmg Mentor
Jmg
Posted
20 minutes ago, KathleenH said:

Hi guys. So I've been trying to adjust to my new diet but I've also been trying to watch my weight. I noticed lately that I'm having a lot of fresh fruits and veggies which is great but I notice my sugar intake is really high (98% which are natural sugars). I find it hard to know what types of snacks to have and meals that don't have a lot of sugar. Even if it's natural sugar I seem to be over doing it. I like to make smoothies with no sugar added so I do about half fruit and half veggies but I'm still getting in way too much sugar for the day. Any tips would be helpful!

I followed Open Original Shared Link years ago and I think there's value in her approach. Don't be put off by the addiction stuff, whether you buy into that or not there's some good advice in the diet section. 

You do have to be wary of how sugar sneaks into your diet and the danger of replacing one sugar with another.  Most of all you have to guard against the cycle of rush and crash which sugar leads to. 

You beat the cycle with good food choices and avoiding snacking. Your best friend is protein and fat is good too. If you're filling up with those your less likely to go for a sugar rush. Above all stop drinking sodas, fruit juices or sweetened drinks. Your body metabolises them so quickly you'll spike your blood sugar then crash and want more. 

Oh and bear in mind the above advice is written by someone who almost cried with joy when he saw this appear in his local supermarket... Do as I say not do as I do... ;)

IDShot_540x540.webp

 

 

cyclinglady Grand Master
cyclinglady
Posted

Don't worry about your weight. Instead just focus on the gluten free diet.  You might find those extra pounds, just slipping away just from being gluten free.  Others can gain weight on the gluten-free diet.    Everyone is different.  Fruit, veggies, it is all good for now!  

Ennis-TX Grand Master
Ennis-TX
Posted

Go with less fruit, more nut butters, and add seeds like flax and chia both which will thicken your smoothies. Try snacking on nuts, seeds, coconut yogurt, etc. The healthy fats and fiber help manage you sugar. I love eating whole hemp and whole pumpkin seeds for snacks (15g carbs per oz, 10g of it fiber). I also use a bunch of other nut and seed products with a average fiber intake of over 70g a day. NOTE I am on a keto diet and do not consume carbs really.

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted
  • Author
11 minutes ago, Jmg said:

I followed Open Original Shared Link years ago and I think there's value in her approach. Don't be put off by the addiction stuff, whether you buy into that or not there's some good advice in the diet section. 

You do have to be wary of how sugar sneaks into your diet and the danger of replacing one sugar with another.  Most of all you have to guard against the cycle of rush and crash which sugar leads to. 

You beat the cycle with good food choices and avoiding snacking. Your best friend is protein and fat is good too. If you're filling up with those your less likely to go for a sugar rush. Above all stop drinking sodas, fruit juices or sweetened drinks. Your body metabolises them so quickly you'll spike your blood sugar then crash and want more. 

Oh and bear in mind the above advice is written by someone who almost cried with joy when he saw this appear in his local supermarket... Do as I say not do as I do... ;)

IDShot_540x540.webp

 

 

Haha! looks yummy! Yes you are definitely right about the juice, soda, etc. I don't drink those anyway.  

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted
  • Author
12 minutes ago, cyclinglady said:

Don't worry about your weight. Instead just focus on the gluten free diet.  You might find those extra pounds, just slipping away just from being gluten free.  Others can gain weight on the gluten-free diet.    Everyone is different.  Fruit, veggies, it is all good for now!  

thanks for the advice. Maybe I should just focus on healing first and the diet later. 

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted
  • Author
1 minute ago, Ennis_TX said:

Go with less fruit, more nut butters, and add seeds like flax and chia both which will thicken your smoothies. Try snacking on nuts, seeds, coconut yogurt, etc. The healthy fats and fiber help manage you sugar. I love eating whole hemp and whole pumpkin seeds for snacks (15g carbs per oz, 10g of it fiber). I also use a bunch of other nut and seed products with a average fiber intake of over 70g a day. NOTE I am on a keto diet and do not consume carbs really.

Yes I bought some chia I'll have to try them in a smoothie. I made a pudding with them the first time and I didn't particularly care for it but I want to keep trying it. I did also get some nuts and I'll have to try the seeds. Haha this may be TMI but with all that fiber how is your BM lol. I have a really hard time going and take a fiber supplement. So seeds are good for fiber? 

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):

Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):


cyclinglady Grand Master
cyclinglady
Posted

Holy Cow! JMG!  The cake looks great!  

Going back to the diet.....I have been low carb, high fat for three years, but that is because I have diabetes on top of celiac disease.  I eat very little fruit at all and I am not deficient in anything.  I eat a lot of veggies (just had some steamed broccoli with at least 2 tablespoons of melted butter).   My blood sugar is good (I eat to my meter), cholesterol is outstanding, etc.  

As a society, we all consume way too much sugar.  Robert Lustig, is a Pediatric endocrinologist (was a professor at UC San Francisco).  He went back to school to get his law degree because even though he published research about the negative effects of sugar, he can not get people to change their behavior.  He has treated way too many obese children in his practice.  He's going to legislate change instead!  

Open Original Shared Link

I love catching Free lectures on UC TV (University of California).  

I confess that I never am tempted to jump off the gluten free wagon, but I fall fast if I encounter a good gluten-free  dessert or am on vacation!  Everything in moderation, of course!  

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted
  • Author
2 minutes ago, cyclinglady said:

Holy Cow! JMG!  The cake looks great!  

Going back to the diet.....I have been low carb, high fat for three years, but that is because I have diabetes on top of celiac disease.  I eat very little fruit at all and I am not deficient in anything.  I eat a lot of veggies (just had some steamed broccoli with at least 2 tablespoons of melted butter).   My blood sugar is good (I eat to my meter), cholesterol is outstanding, etc.  

As a society, we all consume way too much sugar.  Robert Lustig, is a Pediatric endocrinologist (was a professor at UC San Francisco).  He went back to school to get his law degree because even though he published research about the negative effects of sugar, he can not get people to change their behavior.  He has treated way too many obese children in his practice.  He's going to legislate change instead!  

Open Original Shared Link

I love catching Free lectures on UC TV (University of California).  

I confess that I never am tempted to jump off the gluten free wagon, but I fall fast if I encounter a good gluten-free  dessert or am on vacation!  Everything in moderation, of course!  

Wow, that sounds tough. Sorry to hear, but you sound like you manage well. Yeah that's crazy! We eat way too much sugar! I've been watching a lot of documentaries on food too and they all talk about how horrendous sugar is for you that's why I just wanted to make sure I watch my sugar intake. I like to snack on fruit as my go to snack now so I think that's why my sugar intake shot up. 

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted
  • Author

Thanks for all the replies!

marren27 Apprentice
marren27
Posted

If you're ok with some sugar from vegetables, carrots and Bolthouse Farms blue cheese yogurt dressing is one of my favorite gluten-free snacks. 

Ennis-TX Grand Master
Ennis-TX
Posted
12 hours ago, KathleenH said:

Yes I bought some chia I'll have to try them in a smoothie. I made a pudding with them the first time and I didn't particularly care for it but I want to keep trying it. I did also get some nuts and I'll have to try the seeds. Haha this may be TMI but with all that fiber how is your BM lol. I have a really hard time going and take a fiber supplement. So seeds are good for fiber? 

Seeds and nuts are great for fiber, the ones you can eat in shell like hemp and pumpkin are the best, you can also use them in baking. I make keto waffles and pancakes using blends of egg whites, almond butter, coconut flour, and chia seeds. Low carb mostly protein, fats, and fiber.   I also just konjac flour (thickens like crazy 1tsp is equal to 10tsp of corn starch for a thickener and only has 10 cal and 5g of fiber) to make a porridge with almond milk, coconut flour, almond butter, and ground seed or chopped nuts with a bit of sugar free jam. SO NOSTAGLIC, just like cream of wheat from my childhood. (I need to post this recipe once I perfect it) but has hardly any carbs in it.  Goes great with a side of scrambled egg whites.

Open Original Shared Link   Has a bunch of seeds you can buy for snacking and adding to smoothies all allergen friendly.

Open Original Shared Link  has nuts you can buy if you have no issue with peanuts (I can not use them due to my allergy) 

KathleenH Enthusiast
KathleenH
Posted
  • Author
1 hour ago, Ennis_TX said:

Seeds and nuts are great for fiber, the ones you can eat in shell like hemp and pumpkin are the best, you can also use them in baking. I make keto waffles and pancakes using blends of egg whites, almond butter, coconut flour, and chia seeds. Low carb mostly protein, fats, and fiber.   I also just konjac flour (thickens like crazy 1tsp is equal to 10tsp of corn starch for a thickener and only has 10 cal and 5g of fiber) to make a porridge with almond milk, coconut flour, almond butter, and ground seed or chopped nuts with a bit of sugar free jam. SO NOSTAGLIC, just like cream of wheat from my childhood. (I need to post this recipe once I perfect it) but has hardly any carbs in it.  Goes great with a side of scrambled egg whites.

Open Original Shared Link   Has a bunch of seeds you can buy for snacking and adding to smoothies all allergen friendly.

Open Original Shared Link  has nuts you can buy if you have no issue with peanuts (I can not use them due to my allergy) 

Thanks so much! I took your advice and took cashews and almonds as my snack today to have in between classes. I do love sunflower and pumpkin seeds so Im going to get some. I should try the hemp too! 

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Celiac.com:
    Join eNewsletter
    Donate
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):
    Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):



    Celiac.com Sponsors (A17-M):



  • Recent Activity

    1. Matthias
      - Matthias posted a topic in Coping with Celiac Disease
      0

      Unexpected gluten exposure risk from cultivated mushrooms

      The one kind of food I had been buying and eating without any worry for hidden gluten were unprocessed veggies. Well, yesterday I discovered yet another pitfall: cultivated mushrooms. I tried some new ones, Shimeji to be precise (used in many asian soup and rice dishes). Later, at home, I was taking a closer look at the product: the mushrooms were growing...
    2. trents
      - trents replied to catnapt's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
      9

      how much gluten do I need to eat before blood tests?

      I might suggest you consider buckwheat groats. https://www.amazon.com/Anthonys-Organic-Hulled-Buckwheat-Groats/dp/B0D15QDVW7/ref=sr_1_4_pp?crid=GOFG11A8ZUMU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bk-hCrXgLpHqKS8QJnfKJLKbKzm2BS9tIFv3P9HjJ5swL1-02C3V819UZ845_kAwnxTUM8Qa69hKl0DfHAucO827k_rh7ZclIOPtAA9KjvEEYtaeUV06FJQyCoi5dwcfXRt8dx3cJ6ctEn2VIPaaFd0nOye2TkASgSRtdtKgvXEEXknFVYURBjXen...
    3. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams replied to SilkieFairy's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
      2

      IBS-D vs Celiac

      What you’re describing really does not read like typical IBS-D. The dramatic, rapid normalization of stool frequency and form after removing wheat, along with improved tolerance of legumes and plant foods, is a classic pattern seen in gluten-driven disease rather than functional IBS. IBS usually worsens with fiber and beans, not improves. The fact that y...
    4. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams replied to Amy Barnett's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      1

      Question

      Here are some results from a search: Top Liquid Multivitamin Picks for Celiac Needs MaryRuth's Liquid Morning Multivitamin Essentials+ – Excellent daily choice with a broad vitamin/mineral profile, easy to absorb, gluten-free, vegan, and great overall value. MaryRuth's Liquid Morning Multivitamin – Classic, well-reviewed gluten-free liquid mul...
    5. Scott Adams
      - Scott Adams commented on Scott Adams's article in Multiple Sclerosis and Celiac Disease
      2

      Gluten-Free Diet Linked to Reduced Inflammation and Improved Outcomes in Multiple Sclerosis (+Video)

      Better to know late than never, and it is too bad they did not test you for it earlier!
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):

  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      133,323
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748
    bttyknight83
    Newest Member
    bttyknight83
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):

  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.6k
    • Total Posts
      1m
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):

  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • Matthias
      Unexpected gluten exposure risk from cultivated mushrooms

      By Matthias · Posted

      The one kind of food I had been buying and eating without any worry for hidden gluten were unprocessed veggies. Well, yesterday I discovered yet another pitfall: cultivated mushrooms. I tried some new ones, Shimeji to be precise (used in many asian soup and rice dishes). Later, at home, I was taking a closer look at the product: the mushrooms were growing from a visible layer of shredded cereals that had not been removed. After a quick web research I learned that these mushrooms are commonly cultivated on a cereal-based medium like wheat bran. I hope that info his helpful to someone.
    • trents
      how much gluten do I need to eat before blood tests?

      By trents · Posted

      I might suggest you consider buckwheat groats. https://www.amazon.com/Anthonys-Organic-Hulled-Buckwheat-Groats/dp/B0D15QDVW7/ref=sr_1_4_pp?crid=GOFG11A8ZUMU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bk-hCrXgLpHqKS8QJnfKJLKbKzm2BS9tIFv3P9HjJ5swL1-02C3V819UZ845_kAwnxTUM8Qa69hKl0DfHAucO827k_rh7ZclIOPtAA9KjvEEYtaeUV06FJQyCoi5dwcfXRt8dx3cJ6ctEn2VIPaaFd0nOye2TkASgSRtdtKgvXEEXknFVYURBjXen1Nc7EtAlJyJbU8EhB89ElCGFPRavEQkTFHv9V2Zh1EMAPRno7UajBpLCQ-1JfC5jKUyzfgsf7jN5L6yfZSgjhnwEbg6KKwWrKeghga8W_CAhEEw9N0.eDBrhYWsjgEFud6ZE03iun0-AEaGfNS1q4ILLjZz7Fs&dib_tag=se&keywords=buckwheat%2Bgroats&qid=1769980587&s=grocery&sprefix=buchwheat%2Bgroats%2Cgrocery%2C249&sr=1-4&th=1 Takes about 10 minutes to cook. Incidentally, I don't like quinoa either. Reminds me and smells to me like wet grass seed. When its not washed before cooking it makes me ill because of saponins in the seed coat. Yes, it can be difficult to get much dietary calcium without dairy. But in many cases, it's not the amount of calcium in the diet that is the problem but the poor uptake of it. And too much calcium supplementation can interfere with the absorption of vitamins and minerals in general because it raises gut pH.
    • Scott Adams
      IBS-D vs Celiac

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      What you’re describing really does not read like typical IBS-D. The dramatic, rapid normalization of stool frequency and form after removing wheat, along with improved tolerance of legumes and plant foods, is a classic pattern seen in gluten-driven disease rather than functional IBS. IBS usually worsens with fiber and beans, not improves. The fact that you carry HLA-DQ2.2 means celiac disease is absolutely possible, even if it’s less common than DQ2.5, and many people with DQ2.2 present later and are under-diagnosed. Your hesitation to reintroduce gluten is completely understandable — quality of life matters — and many people in your position choose to remain strictly gluten-free and treat it as medically necessary even without formal biopsy confirmation. If and when you’re ready, a physician can help you weigh options like limited gluten challenge, serology history, or documentation as “probable celiac.” What’s clear is that this wasn’t just random IBS — you identified the trigger, and your body has been very consistent in its response.
    • Scott Adams
      Question

      By Scott Adams · Posted

      Here are some results from a search: Top Liquid Multivitamin Picks for Celiac Needs MaryRuth's Liquid Morning Multivitamin Essentials+ – Excellent daily choice with a broad vitamin/mineral profile, easy to absorb, gluten-free, vegan, and great overall value. MaryRuth's Liquid Morning Multivitamin – Classic, well-reviewed gluten-free liquid multivitamin with essential nutrients in a readily absorbable form. MaryRuth's Morning Multivitamin w/ Hair Growth – Adds beauty-supporting ingredients (biotin, B vitamins), also gluten-free and easy to take. New Chapter Liquid Multivitamin and New Chapter Liquid Multivitamin Orange Mango – Fermented liquid form with extra nutrients and good tolerability if you prefer a whole-food-based formula. Nature's Plus Source Of Life Gold Liquid – Premium option with a broad spectrum of vitamins and plant-based nutrients. Floradix Epresat Adult Liquid Multivitamin – Highly rated gluten-free German-made liquid, good choice if taste and natural ingredients matter. NOW Foods Liquid Multi Tropical Orange – Budget-friendly liquid multivitamin with solid nutrient coverage.
    • catnapt
      how much gluten do I need to eat before blood tests?

      By catnapt · Posted

      oh that's interesting... it's hard to say for sure but it has *seemed* like oats might be causing me some vague issues in the past few months. It's odd that I never really connect specific symptoms to foods, it's more of an all over feeling of unwellness after  eating them.  If it happens a few times after eating the same foods- I cut back or avoid them. for this reason I avoid dairy and eggs.  So far this has worked well for me.  oh, I have some of Bob's Red Mill Mighty Tasty Hot cereal and I love it! it's hard to find but I will be looking for more.  for the next few weeks I'm going to be concentrating on whole fresh fruits and veggies and beans and nuts and seeds. I'll have to find out if grains are truly necessary in our diet. I buy brown rice pasta but only eat that maybe once a month at most. Never liked quinoa. And all the other exotic sounding grains seem to be time consuming to prepare. Something to look at later. I love beans and to me they provide the heft and calories that make me feel full for a lot longer than a big bowl of broccoli or other veggies. I can't even tolerate the plant milks right now.  I have reached out to the endo for guidance regarding calcium intake - she wants me to consume 1000mgs from food daily and I'm not able to get to more than 600mgs right now.  not supposed to use a supplement until after my next round of testing for hyperparathyroidism.   thanks again- you seem to know quite a bit about celiac.  
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.