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alternativista
post Mar 8 2009, 12:36 PM
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I was eating these because im tryin to keep my GL a little lower than usual to see if it helps. One thing i am really curious about is they come with a butter/brownsugar dipping sauce and im wondering if this is totally defeating what im trying to do.


Yes, brown sugar would not be low GI. Frying isn't good either.


Unless he use Nutiva extra virgin coconut oil then is ok to fry it. smile.gif

I would use stevia over brownsugar.

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thanks for the info. i really want to eat some more of these but in a healthy manner


It's highly unlikely the restaurant is using a good oil for frying.
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post Mar 8 2009, 01:33 PM
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QUOTE (alternativista @ Mar 8 2009, 01:36 PM) *
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I was eating these because im tryin to keep my GL a little lower than usual to see if it helps. One thing i am really curious about is they come with a butter/brownsugar dipping sauce and im wondering if this is totally defeating what im trying to do.


Yes, brown sugar would not be low GI. Frying isn't good either.


Unless he use Nutiva extra virgin coconut oil then is ok to fry it. smile.gif

I would use stevia over brownsugar.

^^

thanks for the info. i really want to eat some more of these but in a healthy manner


It's highly unlikely the restaurant is using a good oil for frying.

lol yea they arent i meant at home though
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post Mar 8 2009, 01:52 PM
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QUOTE (daxxx @ Mar 8 2009, 01:33 PM) *
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QUOTE (EddieE @ Mar 8 2009, 10:39 AM) *
QUOTE (alternativista @ Mar 8 2009, 09:14 AM) *
QUOTE (daxxx @ Mar 7 2009, 10:38 PM) *
I was eating these because im tryin to keep my GL a little lower than usual to see if it helps. One thing i am really curious about is they come with a butter/brownsugar dipping sauce and im wondering if this is totally defeating what im trying to do.


Yes, brown sugar would not be low GI. Frying isn't good either.


Unless he use Nutiva extra virgin coconut oil then is ok to fry it. smile.gif

I would use stevia over brownsugar.

^^

thanks for the info. i really want to eat some more of these but in a healthy manner


It's highly unlikely the restaurant is using a good oil for frying.

lol yea they arent i meant at home though


You should buy nutiva extra virgin coconut oil GALLON smile.gif it will last long.
it cost $55+ is very cheap!!! 128oz!

At my health store they sell the 15oz for $12!!!! rip off. I just noticed that , so i am going to order the gallon. I could save money that way
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post Mar 8 2009, 06:09 PM
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better yet - just steam or bake them. not sure what microwaving does to the nutrients - anyone on that?
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post Mar 8 2009, 06:43 PM
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Sweet potatoes, kale, chickpeas, peanut butter, broth, cumin, chili, onion, thyme, garlic - combine to make a delicious stew.
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post Mar 9 2009, 09:28 AM
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So, anyone care to post some recipe ideas for them? Other than just baking them plain? I am really only used to eating them on Thanksgiving with the sugar and marshmallows- though really I don't eat but a few bites, just has never been my thing.
But I did buy some over the weekend in hopes of making them for dinner a few nights this week.
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post Mar 9 2009, 09:31 AM
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QUOTE (I'mHeather @ Mar 9 2009, 10:28 AM) *
So, anyone care to post some recipe ideas for them? Other than just baking them plain? I am really only used to eating them on Thanksgiving with the sugar and marshmallows- though really I don't eat but a few bites, just has never been my thing.
But I did buy some over the weekend in hopes of making them for dinner a few nights this week.


I saw in other forums that people add peanut butter on their baked sweet potatoes.
I hope their adding all natural peanut butter. ^^
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post Mar 9 2009, 11:07 AM
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So, anyone care to post some recipe ideas for them? Other than just baking them plain? I am really only used to eating them on Thanksgiving with the sugar and marshmallows- though really I don't eat but a few bites, just has never been my thing.
But I did buy some over the weekend in hopes of making them for dinner a few nights this week.


I saw in other forums that people add peanut butter on their baked sweet potatoes.
I hope their adding all natural peanut butter. ^^

Peanut butter? Hmmm... confused.gif Interesting idea.
I try to keep my peanut butter intake at a minimum...even the natural kind I use. I put about 1 tbsp in my smoothies most mornings so I try not eat much more than that.
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post Mar 9 2009, 12:12 PM
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QUOTE (I'mHeather @ Mar 9 2009, 09:28 AM) *
I am really only used to eating them on Thanksgiving with the sugar and marshmallows- though really I don't eat but a few bites, just has never been my thing.


Yeah. Yuck. Why do people want to add so much sugar to something already sweet?

I don't think they need anything, but last Thanksgiving I made mashed sweet potatoes by sauteeing some garlic and ginger in butter and mashing it in with the potatoes that were boiled with just a little salt. This was simplified from a recipe I found in which cream was added to the ginger and reduced down then whipped into the potatoes, which I thought was unnecessary. So I just used butter. And maybe it was shallots, not garlic. Besides I don't like that whipped ultra creamy texture. I want my potatoes to have potato texture.

Usually, I cook them by baking slices, or steaming or boiling chunks with just a little salt to mash. And have them either sprinkled with cinnamon or with olive oil and spicy seasoned salt and herbs.
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Diet effects acne in so many ways: hormone balance, inflammation, Insulin levels, digestion, allergies and intolerances, liver function, adrenal function, SHBG levels, sebum quality, cell function and turnover, nutrient deficiencies, body fat, etc. All inter-related, some with a causal effect on the others Also affected by environment and lifestyle habits like stress management, sleep and exercise.
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post Mar 10 2009, 10:23 AM
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I think I'll try this out after I am finished with the super strict portion of my low-carb diet so that I can incorporate more starches in. Or are sweet potatoes as carbful as white white potatoes? Anyway I don't know if I can make them often as we have a person in the family who is actually allergic to sweet potatoes. Weird thing to be allergic to...
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post Mar 10 2009, 11:06 AM
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I'm not a fan of processed oils (too many calories, too little nutrition, antioxidants, etc), so I only recommend vegennaise (vegetarian mayonnaise that gives the real stuff a run for its money!) on special occasions, but it tastes amazing on a baked potato with minced garlic and seasoning, and I imagine it'd be great on sweet potatoes as well. I need to come up with a nut sauce for sweet potatoes.... If I do, I'll let you all know... I definitely have something in mind. smile.gif

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Welcome to the boards, and I love your quote! smile.gif Sweet potatoes have a much lower glycemic index than white potatoes. In fact, when I was on the very low carb, low starch candida diet years ago, I remember being allowed to eat sweet potatoes.
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post Mar 10 2009, 11:53 AM
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i had a pitcher of almond milk with dates blended in lying around.

steamed the potatoes in the stuff, then poured it on them. yummm

how is Raw, Organic Maple Syrup (grade B) generally received here? kind of wanted to put some of that on them
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I LOVE sweet potatoes! I always thought they were 'bad' for some reason o.O
Guess someones taking a trip to the supermarket later..........
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post Mar 10 2009, 03:25 PM
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QUOTE (jaegerscrib @ Mar 10 2009, 10:53 AM) *
i had a pitcher of almond milk with dates blended in lying around.

steamed the potatoes in the stuff, then poured it on them. yummm

how is Raw, Organic Maple Syrup (grade B) generally received here? kind of wanted to put some of that on them


Wow, great idea! I got the stuff over the weekend to make almond milk- just haven't done it yet but I may have to try this tonight!

Oh, and wanted to ask for a little clarification on how you make it. Do you steam the potatoes in the milk instead of water and then poor more milk over it...or just pour it over after steaming?
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post Mar 10 2009, 08:06 PM
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Do you need to have a steamer to steam stuff? Or is there another way...? (Isn't very knowledgeable on steaming... :c)
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QUOTE (I'mHeather @ Mar 10 2009, 04:25 PM) *
QUOTE (jaegerscrib @ Mar 10 2009, 10:53 AM) *
i had a pitcher of almond milk with dates blended in lying around.

steamed the potatoes in the stuff, then poured it on them. yummm

how is Raw, Organic Maple Syrup (grade B) generally received here? kind of wanted to put some of that on them


Wow, great idea! I got the stuff over the weekend to make almond milk- just haven't done it yet but I may have to try this tonight!

Oh, and wanted to ask for a little clarification on how you make it. Do you steam the potatoes in the milk instead of water and then poor more milk over it...or just pour it over after steaming?

The first two times I steamed the potatoes in water, then poured the almond milk over it - not like cereal or anything mind you...i found that a little went a long way, and it was probably just a few tablespoons.
The third time I actually steamed it in almond milk, but it didn't seem to make any difference.
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post Mar 11 2009, 09:12 AM
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QUOTE (Upon a December @ Mar 10 2009, 07:06 PM) *
Do you need to have a steamer to steam stuff? Or is there another way...? (Isn't very knowledgeable on steaming... :c)


Good question, neither am I. I used to have a steamer but think I must have gotten rid of it cuz I can't find it. I think I will just buy a new one because it's probably easier, only around $35 bucks at Wal-Mart! smile.gif
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post Mar 11 2009, 09:40 AM
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QUOTE (I'mHeather @ Mar 11 2009, 10:12 AM) *
QUOTE (Upon a December @ Mar 10 2009, 07:06 PM) *
Do you need to have a steamer to steam stuff? Or is there another way...? (Isn't very knowledgeable on steaming... :c)


Good question, neither am I. I used to have a steamer but think I must have gotten rid of it cuz I can't find it. I think I will just buy a new one because it's probably easier, only around $35 bucks at Wal-Mart! smile.gif



No. You get a collapsible metal basket that fits inside your pots and pans that you use on the stove. They also make silicone ones that conform to fit pots. That would be easier to clean.

And more recipes and suggestions:
http://www.acne.org/messageboard/safe-eat-...to-t231122.html
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Regimen: Anti-inflammatory, nutrient dense, blood sugar stabilizing diet and supplements (for hormones, inflammation, aging, health). Mild cleanser. Occasional BHA usage. Jojoba or Moisturizer w/ niacinimide for hyperpigmentation. For more info see my personal Log/Notes

Diet effects acne in so many ways: hormone balance, inflammation, Insulin levels, digestion, allergies and intolerances, liver function, adrenal function, SHBG levels, sebum quality, cell function and turnover, nutrient deficiencies, body fat, etc. All inter-related, some with a causal effect on the others Also affected by environment and lifestyle habits like stress management, sleep and exercise.
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post Mar 13 2009, 02:08 PM
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Ok I'll try that! I found a sweet potato hash recipe in a magazine I was reading with eggs and spicy hollandaise sauce! Yum! I also might try a sweet potato omelet. wink.gif
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Sweet Potato Cookies

1 large sweet potato (bake covered in tin foil in oven/on bbq until soft, discard the skin)
1 medium carrot (peeled and grated)
1 handful of raisins or cranberries
1 piece of finely chopped candied ginger (optional)
sprinkle of salt
1/4 cup soaked flax seeds
1 egg yolk
dash cinnamon

Combine all ingredients and spoon onto non-stick cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees until desired consistency is reached. Sometimes I'll take a couple out and eat them soft and bake the rest for a little longer. These make great granola bar replacements and can really hit the spot as an afternoon snack. Great for work days too!
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