Hi Chyrel,

I believe that as "Dandelion coffee" comes from the dried root of the dandelion, it would be classed as a herbal drink.  I did buy it in a "whole food shop" it comes in a jar just as instant coffee does but you can buy it in larger quantities in cans probably just like Nescafe.  It does take rather a lot three to four teaspoons of the dried granuals per cup; you do add milk 1% type and sweetner if desired, I think it is sweet enough as is. It can be bought quite easy on the internet but the price is usually more than it is possible to buy locally, if you have a whole food shop and of course no postage.

I live in the North of Ireland, My Mum came from Dublin and my grandad from Cork, My mum married my dad from Belfast and came to live in the North.

People in Ireland would refer to others as a "Kerry Man" or a Cork Man depending which county he came from,  but if for example he came from Dublin he would simply be known as a Dubliner.

Shannon is a proper Irish name, can't get better than one of the biggest rivers in Ireland for a name.

My Bs is still going up and down yesterday it was 6.7 (120) today 7.4(133) and the diet much the same. Three weeks ago it was very high and started taking Metformin,

I ought to be pleased but used to level better before tablets and eat a more varied fare.

Does get frustrating this number watching.

 

Take care

Lawrence

Hello Cheryl. This is Matt. the new guy!lol. I got your message and thank you for the welcome. I actually have been having difficulties with my diabetes or "complications". Hopefully, now slowly, I will begin to get "back on track"? I have recently gained weight from not exercising, eating a more"liberal" diet. I was on a strict diet and working out with weights and was loosing weight and getting into better shape. Also, my sugar levels were dropping. But, recently, they have rose. So, I'm planning on slowly working out and watching what i eat again and trying to loose weight and lower levles. I also have high b.p., cholesterol, fatty liver and high liver enzymes. Which I don't know if you are allowed to address those other issues in this room? So, I will try to check out T2 in the morning sometime o.k.? Thanks, Matt.     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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From: <NOBR>ardeer_point</NOBR> Sent: 07/08/2007 17:50 Hello,   I am new to the group, newly diagnosed as well. Dandelion root "coffee" is simply dandlion roots that are harvested in Autumn when the nutrients of the plant descend to the root after it has leaved, flowered and seeded.   The roots are dug at that time when the medicinal properties are highest (highest in the root, that is).  The are then dried, and gently roasted, then chopped into pieces and ground for "coffee".  This beverage was sold widely in general stoes until the 1940s or so when sales began to wane.  I use the roasted ground roots in a small espresso maker.  The roots are very rich in nutrients and minerals and promote bile production in the liver.   I drink a cup or two of dandelion coffee at night before going to bed since it is very relaxing, and it can nourish and protect my body as I sleep, when the body does most of its repair.   Two cautions:  The instant preparations in the health food stores often contain other ingredients to make the beverage more palatable, and one of these is often beet root.  Beet root is very high in sugar (one of the sources we get granulated sugar from other than sugar cane).  This may raise your glucose.   Also, never consume any herbal preparation before checking with your doc.  Unfortunately, most docs haven't a clue as to what is out there and what the effects on diabetes or the body in general are - so they just tell you to stay away from all herbs - even some that can help you.  Nevertheless, consult your doc, dietician or, hopefully, naturopath.  Herbs have been used in Chinese medicine forever, and are still being used.  Maybe, if you are trying the herb and supplement route, a traditional Chinese practioner might be a way to go.   If you intend to try digging your own roots, do NOT dig them if you have used pesticides on your lawn in the last seven years.  Do not dig them by the roadside since the fumes from passing cars can be toxic.  Only dig them from places you know are safe from toxins.   Other than that, dandelion is a free, highly nutritious food and all parts of the plant are edible and very nourishing.  The young leaves can be picked in spring for salads.  The mature leaves can be used like spinach, sauteed or baked with lasagne.  The unoped buds can be added to stirfrys, and the open flowers can be made into a healing syrup for pancakes and waffles (it does contain sugar but a wee bit now and then if you have good control might be ok for some folks or give as gifts).   The plant has been eaten and otherwise consumed for millenia with no side effects other than idiosyncratic allergies and reaction.