'Diabetic' chocolate

[mg_2204]

Hello!

Thought I'd treat myself today... and buy some Thornton's diabetic chocolate. I usually buy some but today, for some reason, I read the labels first. It says 'diabetic' so I've never asked myself questions, I usually just go ahead and buy it. I was in shock! A 37 g bar = 31.9 carbs. Kids chose a 'Scare'dy Spider' choc bar, 37 g too = 23.9! So if I understand carbs correctly, I'd be better off with the regular bar. So much for 'diabetic' chocolate! It's more expensive too. I'll never buy diabetic chocolate ever again. This proves that one must always read labels, no matter what the package says in big letters.

Marie
:)

[HeatherP]

Interesting. I find the same thing w/ other products as well. I'd just as soon have the real thing anyway. Tastes WAY better.

[Dewey]

Originally posted by HeatherP
Interesting. I find the same thing w/ other products as well. I'd just as soon have the real thing anyway. Tastes WAY better.
I couldn't agree more, Heather...brings to mind the song: "Ain't Nothin' Like The Real Thing, Baby"...LOL :D
The ironic thing is that Mountain Dew doesn't raise my sugar level as much as Diet! :confused:

[archimeech]

They fill them with the slower acting more difficult to metabolize sugars or achohols like sorbitol. It truly is a diservice to diabetics when they advertize this stuff. I've seen diabetics, especially older, T2s that just eat it up without underestanding the consequences of it.

[KLD]

I can't eat anything with sugar alcohols in it - does unmentionable things to my digestive system - and most so-called sugar-free chocolates are made with maltitol or other sugar alcohols. What I have discovered, though, is that Lindt makes a real chocolate bar that has 85% chocolate (chocolate, cocoa powder, and cocoa butter) and very little sugar. It's dark chocolate, not as sweet as most chocolate bars (obviously!), but it's delicious, especially with a few almonds. It comes in a 100 gram bar with ten squares, and one square has 2 grams of carbs. I have one square of it with 8 - 10 almonds every day for a mid-afternoon snack, and even on my low carb diet, it's fine. I know it's available in Canada, the USA, and the UK.

Lindt also makes a 70% chocolate bar which still contains much less sugar than the average bar, but the 85% version meets my needs better.

Karen

[TAutry]

Yep, those sugar alcohols can be wicked! I am one of those 'sensitive' folks. I have a terrible reaction to them.

One positive thing, Marie, this incident can be a reminder to us all to ALWAYS read the labels.

Travis

[buzzborne]

I have always been told my my diabetic nurse and Dr that there isn't much point in buying ''diabetic chocolate'' or jams as such as they can be worse in some aspects than the ''normal'' ones.... price for one!!

[Booger]

I had the same reaction when I looked at all the sugar free candy. It was still loaded with carbs. Bummer.

[rzrbks]

TAutry

One positive thing, Marie, this incident can be a reminder to us all to ALWAYS read the labels.

Yes, indeedy. Sugar-free ain't. In fact, they sometimes have more carbs than the original.

[mike9876]

The other thing is sugar is only a carb which breaks down at the same speed as rice and spuds so I will eat the real stuff if I want chocolate. The diabetic chocs will send you high whereas the real stuff won't, it release it carbs slowly. The diabetic chocs are stuff full of fat to make up for the loss of sugar.

[kctowers]

Hi everyone,

This low-carb stuff might be worth checking out from ZIPVIT. We have used this company for our vit supplements for years and can vouch for their quality. Just go to the shopping on-line tag and click on low carb products and continue from there. www.zipvit.co.uk (http://)

All the best intentions

Keith

[kctowers]

PS. LOW CARB STUFF

Here is some information taken from the ZIP-VIT site:

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Obesity is becoming a global health concern with around 315 million people worldwide falling into defined obesity categories. In fact 6% of all deaths are now attributable to obesity and it is set to become as big a killer as smoking! If current trends continue, the number of Diabetics is set to double and obesity rates will rise to 30%. For twenty years, the key slimming message has been to reduce fat, however - the UK is now turning more towards low sugar or low carbohydrate diets to trim down the nation's waistline.

Low carb diets, favoured by celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston and Renee Zelwegger have become an increasingly popular way to reach and maintain ideal weight and improve overall health. The most popular of these being Atkins; however there are a host of other similar diets that extol the benefits of reducing sugar intake.

Research published in the last two years has not only illustrated the effective speed with which weight loss can occur but also the positive effects that a low carb diet can have on stabilising blood sugar levels and reducing the risks of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

The principle behind all of the current low-carb eating plans, including Atkins, The Zone, and South Beach Diet etc. is to reduce the intake of carbohydrates so that the primary source of energy for the body is fat. Burning fat stores, in turn stimulates weight loss.

Although there are a wide number of foods that can be enjoyed as part of a low carb lifestyle, the aim is to reduce sugar intake which will in turn restrict the number of sweets and snacks that can be consumed. However, it is widely researched and understood that one of the main reasons diets fail is the need to satisfy that craving for chocolate. The Carbolite range offers a delicious sugar-free alternative to sugar fuelled confectionery and snacks, and can be used as part of any low carbohydrate diet or simply as a healthier alternative.

[mg_2204]

... 'diabetic' jams, no more! Have tried those too. I'm sticking to my little home made jam recipes now. A bit more expensive and a lot more trouble but well worth it!

As for chocolate, I've tried dark chocolate (70% cocoa) and BG was unaffected by it. Mind you, I ate one little square. I think I deserve a medal for this!!! :D

Marie
:)