I recently heard that Pterocarpus marsupium extract can be beneficial for those of us with high blood sugar. Have you tried it yourself? Has it been helpful? Have you seen results? Any side effects?
posted by RajahKing on Nov 6, 2009 - 1 answer

Type II Diabetes filter: How do measured glucose levels vary depending on how long it has been since eating? [more inside]
posted by DrGail on Jun 28, 2009 - 7 answers

I have a quantity of local raw honey that is crystallizing. I know I can boil the mason jars to send the sugar back into solution, but how do I handle the plastic honey bear? I don't want to lose any of that sweet goodness.
posted by Talia Devane on May 21, 2009 - 13 answers

Why does only Cool Whip make my teeth throb? [more inside]
posted by setanor on Mar 19, 2009 - 2 answers

MeFi Chef Brigade: Anyone out there know anything about cast sugar (sometimes called poured sugar or sugar glass)? I'm experimenting with some historical cast sugar recipes, but could use some advice..... [more inside]
posted by anastasiav on Feb 22, 2009 - 10 answers

Help me salvage these pralines... [more inside]
posted by cinemafiend on Dec 18, 2008 - 8 answers

Help me find some recipes for a high protein, low car, no sugar diet intended to help my wife and I lose weight. Some restrictions inside. [more inside]
posted by arniec on Nov 24, 2008 - 12 answers

What's a "healthy" or "Reasonable" amount of sugar for a healthy mid-20's male to be consuming daily? [more inside]
posted by GilloD on Nov 4, 2008 - 9 answers

Whenever I drink tea, I'm always left with a sticky sugar/honey residue in the bottom of the cup. Is there any way to avoid this?
posted by Mr. President Dr. Steve Elvis America on Oct 24, 2008 - 13 answers

Is Splenda bad for you? [more inside]
posted by jwfree on Oct 21, 2008 - 19 answers

Is there a copycat recipe in existence for Trader Joes' Corn and Chile Salsa? How about a cheaper alternative? [more inside]
posted by saeculorum on Oct 13, 2008 - 3 answers

I havn't eaten anything sugary for the past 2.5 years. This includes things like: cola, cakes, candy, icecream, chocolate etc. I know that I can't be 100% sugarfree since things like orangejuice, bread, beer contains "small" amounts of sugar. I didn't start on this "thing" in order to become more healthy. I did it to test myself and my body. I havn't had any issues, but I am worried that it could be a potential healthrisk in the long run. So my question is: Do I risk my health in the long run if I continue on this "non-sugar"-thing?
posted by madcow20 on Sep 12, 2008 - 24 answers

What are some (at least slightly) healthy alternatives to muffins, pudding, cupcakes and chocolate? Everybody I know favours savoury -- but I favour the sweet stuff! My attempts to eat well eventually derail because while I have lots of healthy savoury options, I've got no healthy sweet options. [more inside]
posted by mjao on Sep 5, 2008 - 38 answers

Why do I crave sugar on days when I've had a lackluster/no bowel movement? [more inside]
posted by woebot on Jul 22, 2008 - 7 answers

Understanding that both are bad for you, which one is worse: high-fructose corn syrup or aspartame?
posted by pised on Jun 16, 2008 - 30 answers

I'm looking for some sugar substitutes (other than Xylitol) that can be used in coffee, tea, and [unsweetened] juices that won't rot my teeth. [more inside]
posted by Dreamcast on Jun 8, 2008 - 23 answers

So I've started eating sugar cubes at my desk. Is this bad? [more inside]
posted by PercussivePaul on Feb 25, 2008 - 31 answers

How do I curb my sugar addiction? It's getting serious. [more inside]
posted by lxs on Feb 17, 2008 - 27 answers

How do I revive a brown sugar stone? [more inside]
posted by 100watts on Jan 18, 2008 - 6 answers

What is the correct thermodynamic explanation for the fact that all monosaccharides with 5 or more backbone carbon atoms occur predominately in their cyclic form in solution?
posted by perissodactyl on Dec 12, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm looking for a reputable source of coarse-grained sugar to decorate cookies with. [more inside]
posted by melissam on Nov 21, 2007 - 13 answers

Can you tweak this Nigella Lawson peanut butter cup recipe to be lower on the glycemic index? [more inside]
posted by cda on Nov 16, 2007 - 18 answers

How much sugar do I consume every year without my knowledge? [more inside]
posted by robotot on Nov 15, 2007 - 15 answers

I need cheap bulk candy (preferably of a mixed variety). The cheaper, the better. What's the best place online to order it? [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero on Oct 17, 2007 - 8 answers

Where can I buy pickled eggs in Houston? [more inside]
posted by mrbill on Oct 2, 2007 - 5 answers

I am on a no-sugar/very low-sugar diet to help combat a yeast infection. My diet consists of fish, a little bit of yogurt, good fats, and leafy greens and other non-starchy, non-sweet vegetables. Since I started it I crash every afternoon at exactly 2:00--right at the beginning of a class. How can I avoid this without resorting to coffee or high-glycemic foods? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 14, 2007 - 11 answers

My wife and I like our Iced Tea different, She likes her's sweet and I like mine not so sweet. Our tea recipes are basically the same. Take a pot of water, add tea bags (8 or so), boil, add sugar, dilute with water. We're making a gallon at a time. Assuming that we both use 8 tea bags, boil the same amount of time, and add enough water to make a gallon of tea.... if we start with different amounts of water, do we end up with the same "strength" tea? [more inside]
posted by TuxHeDoh on Aug 15, 2007 - 11 answers

I have been having bad reactions to candy and soda. Give me advice while I wait for my doctor's appointment! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 8, 2007 - 11 answers

I'm an overweight, nearly-thirty-year-old man and for the past several years (at least) I find that I have a sneezing fit (5-10 intense sneezes in fairly rapid succession) shortly after eating sugary and/or fatty foods. For example I just ate a small piece of chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and whipped cream. A couple of minutes later I had one of these sneezing fits. I seem to remember the same happening after fatty foods, but am not 100% sure. [more inside]
posted by santry on Jul 6, 2007 - 11 answers

How much sugar is too much for a toddler? [more inside]
posted by beccaj on Apr 23, 2007 - 20 answers

I like Sugar. Would I like Husker Du? [more inside]
posted by kirkaracha on Mar 21, 2007 - 31 answers

Just much binge sugar consumption would it take to cause diabetes? [more inside]
posted by mr.dan on Mar 16, 2007 - 17 answers

Do people have a real genuine "need" for sugar sometimes, or is it psychological? [more inside]
posted by angryjellybean on Jan 26, 2007 - 20 answers

Whenever my wife eats candy like Starbust, Skittles, Big Red gum, etc. she starts perspiring and getting really hot in her face. Could this be an allergic reaction or be related to diabetes?
posted by JPigford on Jan 2, 2007 - 17 answers

Chemistry and flavour: Do all sugars taste sweet? Are there substances that are sweet tasting that are not sugars/carbohydrates? [more inside]
posted by winston on Nov 19, 2006 - 12 answers

What food will help my crazy fast metabolism? [more inside]
posted by yorick on Nov 16, 2006 - 19 answers

How do I get my merangues to do the right thing? [more inside]
posted by rongorongo on Oct 15, 2006 - 10 answers

I'm interested in reducing dairy, wheat and sugar from my diet. Any tips on how to do it without losing weight? [more inside]
posted by fizzyliftingdrink on Aug 25, 2006 - 19 answers

Asking for a friend: Is "stale" Gatorade .. or any sugar based drink okay to drink? [more inside]
posted by wannabehippie on Aug 21, 2006 - 24 answers

Why is it that salty things make me hungry for sweet things, and sweet things make me hungry for salty things?
posted by stokast on Jul 17, 2006 - 11 answers

I am in need of an Absinthe Spoon for a gift. I'd much prefer to purchase one in Toronto or the GTA as soon as possible. Anyone know where one can be acquired?
posted by juiceCake on Jun 26, 2006 - 3 answers

QuoteFilter: what's the origin of the phrase "pass the sugar"? Aussies, anyone, help me out here! [more inside]
posted by rmm on May 30, 2006 - 14 answers

When I pour sugar in my coffee the total volume in my mug increases. What happen to the volume when the sugar dissolves (decreasing or stable ?) ?
posted by vincentm on May 18, 2006 - 9 answers

Birthday gift for someone who really, really likes candy/ [more inside]
posted by TunnelArmr on Apr 28, 2006 - 33 answers

Where can I find Passover Coke in Fairfax County, Virginia? [more inside]
posted by cerebus19 on Apr 9, 2006 - 10 answers

Sugar cubes are NOT cubes!! I need a cuboid with at least 2 equal dimensions... [more inside]
posted by Ampa on Apr 6, 2006 - 20 answers

I black out easily after drinking, and this hasn't always been the case. [more inside]
posted by Sticherbeast on Apr 1, 2006 - 20 answers

Sugar Filter: I'm looking for chocolate bars to use as favors for my wedding and I need some suggestions! [more inside]
posted by catfood on Jan 30, 2006 - 23 answers

Mamtakim: Do any native Israelis remember a children's radio show or audio tape in which bacteria living in your mouth sang and talked about the dangers of sweets, sugar, and not brushing your teeth? [more inside]
posted by yonation on Jan 28, 2006 - 6 answers

Does Splenda taste salty to anyone else, or is it just me? [more inside]
posted by runtina on Oct 6, 2005 - 18 answers