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Caffeine And Diabetes

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I'm addicted to mountain and i was wondering does this or other caffeine sources cause diabetes? My family doesn't have a history of diabetes

HiveImperious replied: "Yes. It very well can and plays a significant role in the disease."

J.V replied: "yes sorry to tell you drink metromint"

Resolves replied: "I assume you mean Mountain Dew. I am pretty sure that diabetes has nothing to do with caffeine intake. Diabetes is when your pancreas doesn't produce or regulate insulin properly, so your body can't process sugars like it should. You should get off the pop though, that stuff is horrible for you. It's worth cutting pop from your diet just because of the sheer amount of calories they contain. I cut pop completely from my diet as a new years resolution in 2003, and I haven't had any since. It is really really difficult at first. Laugh if you want, but I think pop is just as addictive as cigarettes. Try quitting pop for a month and see if you disagree with me ;) Hope this was helpful."

My MIL has Stage 2 diabetes and she loves hot cocoa at night. Does anyone know if Cocoa has caffeine in it? She doesn't drink anything else with caffeine in it but loves to have her cocoa at night. Thanks for your help.

Emmy replied: "Yes it does, but not as much as coffee, also make sure she drinks sugar free."

amandarez73 replied: "Caffeine isn't the issue - sugar is; and cocoa has sugar in it."

Ellen replied: "I think you mean type 2 diabetes and yes, cocoa has caffeine in it, as does all chocolate. (other then white)"

mrsdeli replied: "Cocoa has caffeine, but don't worry about that. Make sure she drinks sugar free. If that's the worse thing she consumes then she's doing fine. It's very hard to give up everything."

Caffeine pills and type 2 diabetes? Ive been taking caffeine pills for 2 weeks now,yeah i know it does raise the blood sugar but i take it anyway.it helps me stay awake and alert.plus it doesnt give me upset stomach like monster,5hr drink,rockstar etc...now let me ask you diabetics out there,any side effects you experienced? right now actually im stopped taking metformin(for type 2 diabetes) because all it does is make me feel weak and sleepy.

edanddeb98 replied: "Caffeine Could Spell Trouble for Diabetics The findings appear in the February issue of Diabetes Care. On days when they consumed the caffeine pills, the blood sugar levels of the patients went up by 8 percent compared to when they took placebos. Glucose also rose after meals, most notably after dinner when blood sugar levels grew by 26 percent caffeine may interfere with the transfer of glucose from blood into the cells of the body, boosting blood sugar levels. Another possibility, he said, is that caffeine may stimulate the liver to release glucose when it's not needed In a small group of 10 diabetics, glucose levels rose by 8 percent when participants took pills filled with the level of caffeine found in four cups of coffee."

PumpkinPieHole replied: "guess what? the metformin isnt making you feel weak and sleepy, its the caffeine pills! i think taking your diabetes meds is way more important than taking caffeine pills, such as vivarin, i mean just take a friggin look at these side effects, some mimic symptoms of diabetes, so youll never know for sure if youre actually sick b/c of the diabetes or b/c of the caffeine pills, which is dangerous. one of them is ketones, so be very careful b/c ketones in your urine = death! you might have diabetic ketoacidosis or it might be a side effect of the caffeine pills, dont confuse yourself, stop taking the pills. if you want to stay awake, do some cardio, get some fresh air, dont take pills! besides diabetic need their sleep, your bodys goin through enough crap as it is, why put more stress on it. that said: check it out: Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, they may be more likely to occur if caffeine is taken in large doses or more often than recommended. If they do occur, they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: More common Diarrhea; dizziness; fast heartbeat; hyperglycemia, including blurred vision, drowsiness, dry mouth, flushed dry skin, fruit-like breath odor, increased urination, ketones in urine, loss of appetite, nausea, stomachache, tiredness, troubled breathing, unusual thirst, or vomiting (in newborn babies); hypoglycemia, including anxious feeling, blurred vision, cold sweats, confusion, cool pale skin, drowsiness, excessive hunger, fast heartbeat, nausea, nervousness, restless sleep, shakiness, or unusual tiredness or weakness (in newborn babies); irritability, nervousness, or severe jitters (in newborn babies); nausea (severe); tremors; trouble in sleeping; vomiting Rare Abdominal or stomach bloating; dehydration; diarrhea (bloody); unusual tiredness or weakness"

Caffeine good for diabetes? I'm a type 1 diabetic and take 3 insulin shots daily. I usually take 1grande latte of starbucks in the evenings. I wanted to know if intake of coffee has any effects on my sugar levels?????

Cammie replied: "Caffeine is just fine. Just watch the carbs from the milk and any flavoring in your latte. Enjoy"

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tart replied: "i think yes,coffee doesn't contain only caffeine it also had a sugar on it,better buy a home kit which will monitor your blood glucose level,choose the best kit at the medical supplies"

db2byl replied: "Isn't there sugar in a latte? Well, that will affect your blood sugar, not the caffeine. So just make sure you account for the carbs and enjoy."

Ashley replied: "Caffeine doesnt affect my sugar at all...just go with a nonfat sugarfree latte and life will be swell."

xox_bass_player_xox replied: "Coffee and tea should both be on your list of 'free' exchange items. Be careful of excessive amounts of caffeine because it can affect your blood pressure and your heart."

I HATE CHIPS AND PASTA replied: "well it could indirectly affect your sugar by keeping you up at night and its well known that a lack of sleep affects sugar levels..."

Type 2 diabetes and caffeine??? I am pre-diabetic for type 2 and I have been doing some research as well as working with a nutritionist... I read that green tea has had very beneficial effects on type 2 diabetics as far as blood glucose levels are concerned and keeping them low...But then another article says that caffeine consumption with meals is bad for type 2 diabetics??? Does anyone know anything about this...Should I look for de-caffeinated tea, or is naturally occurring caffeine in tea OK? Is it better to actually drink the tea, or can you take green tea capsules??? Can anyone shed some light? I have been working with a midwife/nutritionist on preconception nutrition couseling, to get my BG levels in check, in hope of heading off both Type 2 and gestational diabetes complications, for when I become pregnant! I have cut refined sugars almost completely out (sweets, most breads and white rice especially)! I do not drink soda anymore at all!!! And I try to get out and walk when I can but I am a bust stay at home mom, with an on-call husband. I have read many good nutrition books, Nourishing Traditions and Nutrition and Physical Degeneration by Weston A Price, ETC. I have already lost 10 lbs. And have had many many other good changes occur..clearer skin, regulation of menstrual cycles etc. I am simply looking for more things to help keep my numbers under control, as even with all the huge changes I have made they are not as low as I would like, all the time!

David S replied: "Green tea capsules tend to still contain caffeine. It's possible though the benefits of a high quality green tea (not from tea bags) would outweigh the negatives of the caffeine. Also, these things work differently in different people so start slowly and see what happens."

Mr. Knowitall replied: "I don't think caffeine is a problem. In fact coffee (not decaffeinated) is supposed to help prevent type 2 diabetes. Whatever the effect of tea, caffeine, or both are, it is very minor. Most important is controlling carbohydrates in your diet, getting some exercise, and just generally taking good care of yourself. BTW it is not proven that there is -anything- pre-diabetics can do to prevent the onset of diabetes. But I applaud you for trying! Just because it's not proven, it doesn't mean it's not true, plus if you begin eating and exercising like a diabetic, if you ever do develop it, you won't have strong symptoms, and you'll be ready."

Paul Ding replied: "In every case, it's better to consume the food, rather than take capsules. The folks making the capsules may have the best intentions in the world, but we *know* the green tea has benefits, and we *don't* know whether they managed to capture those benefits in the capsule. Whether caffeine hurts or helps is not clear. The first link below says that coffee helps diabetics, and what's more, it REALLY helps if you drink a LOT of coffee. Between you and me and the lamp-post, I'd drink ice water with meals, and drink coffee and/or tea between meals. White tea seems to be much higher in anti-oxidants than green tea, though. What's more, while regular iced tea tastes good (I *love* unsweet iced tea) and white iced tea tastes good, I haven't found a green tea that I like at all. Type 2 since 1988."

Aunt Karen replied: "There are all kinds of conflicting information about caffeine. But the only part that should concern you is, does it make you eat more than you would if you didn't have caffeine? I know that once in a great while, coffee (I drink it every day) will inspire me to want chocolate. For that, I get 60 or 70% cocoa. I know it sounds weird but, the more zen like you get with your chocolate, the less you 'need' to be satisfied. I've been pre-diabetic for type 2 for over 2 years, and still no insulin. When I found out, I stopped drinking tea with sugar, but didn't like that at all. So I've tried almost every type of tea out there. My favorite is a naturally caffeine free white tea. And you should drink your tea, don't take capsules. Steeping brings out the nutrients better."

Goldista replied: "One caution: If you're currently taking medication for high blood pressure or high blood sugar, consult your physician first, as this diet will cause both to drop. The Rules - Eat until you're satisfied, not stuffed. Don't skip meals, especially breakfast. Include protein, such as meat, cheese, and nuts, with every meal and snack. The Foods - Vegetables: Down as many as four servings a day of nonroot vegetables. That means broccoli, asparagus, spinach, and any other leafy green vegetable. One serving is 1 cup raw--about the size of a baseball--or 1/2 cup cooked (half a ball). Meat and eggs: Eat as much of these foods--which include poultry and fish--as you want (i.e., until you're full). Cheese: Have up to 4 ounces of hard and firm cheeses daily--for instance, Parmesan, American, and Cheddar. One serving is about the size of two dominoes. Fruit: Limit yourself to 1 cup of berries or melon a day. Nuts: One ounce a day. Extras - (Help yourself) Condiments: Mustard, horseradish, soy sauce, and Tabasco sauce. Salad dressings: Oil and vinegar, and full-fat dressings--such as ranch--that contain no more than 2 grams of carbohydrates per serving. Oils: Olive and canola are best; use only small amounts of other oils. Beverages: Drink 64 ounces of water a day. Then consume only two servings of diet soda per day and unsweetened tea and coffee as desired (decaf when possible)."

Heleyna replied: "read this article "

What effect does caffein/ energy drinks play on someone with diabetes? I am writing a research paper and I am having a hard time with some of my searches ( I think my wording is wrong) I am actually writing about 5 hour energy but just general info will work. Can anyone maybe tell me how to find info on the effects that energy drinks and caffeine have on someone with diabetes? Even your personal testimonies will work. Thank you

Miz Lamb replied: "consider what the "energy" in those drinks is! Most of the time it is sugar and that is the problem with those drinks for diabetics. Those of us injecting insulin must plan each and every gram of carbohydrate (sugar) we take in and cover it with insulin. Insulin makes the excess carbs into fats which float freely in the blood stream for a while then pack up in the veins and arteries and on the bottom side of our bodies making us fat. Caffeine has not much effect other than making some people very hyperactive. "

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