Im a dietitian and diabetes educator. It's not necessarily the seasoning packet that will bring blood sugar up- its the noodles! That salty seasoning packet will be bad for your blood pressure. I'd just stick to eating half of a packet of ramen since that's the serving size. But ts still not the healthiest choice...
As a Type 2 diabetic I agree with sexyLAMBCHOPS.. if you have to eat noodles the shirataki noodles are the way to go.. Carbs and Fiber
The konjac flour in shirataki noodles is a good source of fiber. (Fiber from konjac flour is sometimes sold as a supplement under the name glucomannan.) A diet high in fiber can improve your digestion and strengthen your cardiovascular health. The fiber in shirataki noodles is very filling, and people who are currently eating a low-fiber diet are advised to start with small quantities of shirataki noodles until their digestive system can adjust. Shirataki noodles are also very low in carbohydrates, making them a good pasta choice for low-carb diets. They are also gluten-free and vegan.
@loubaby: Actually as a guy that grew up with ramen and other Japanese noodles, in Japan, I am happy to inform you that there has been wheat based and other more healthy noodles for ramen for decades. I am 43 and lived in Japan as a child and remember eating what was a darker, browner, buckwheat noodle. Pretty sure you can find that in Asian markets too. :)
@loubaby: Actually as a guy that grew up with ramen and other Japanese noodles, in Japan, I am happy to inform you that there has been wheat based and other more healthy noodles for ramen for decades. I am 43 and lived in Japan as a child and remember eating what was a darker, browner, buckwheat noodle. Pretty sure you can find that in Asian markets too. :)
Have you tried soba noodles? They're made with buckwheat flour as well as regular flour, so their glycemic value should be lower than plain ramen. Have you looked into prepackaged pre-cut frozen vegetables, such as for stir-fry? That can help cut out the work involved in making healthy meal. I second the suggestion that you may want to visit a nutritionist. They can give you lists of all the best foods for your diet and help you find easier ways to prepare fast meals.
I second that! I love soda noodles and they aren't really that difficult to cook. One method is boil, add a cup of water, wait until it starts to foam over, add another cup of water--and repeat that 3 times.
A sesame seed dressing is great with those served chilled. Kewpie is a good brand--I'm not of the sodium content of that product.
There are some healtheir Ramen products now on the market - noodles are not fried and broth is low sodium - but that probably won't help withh the glycemic rating.
What about those packages of instant brown rice? they don't think they taste like slow cooked brown rice but with low sodium broth and some thin slices of peppers or other veggies, it could be a quick and more nutritious snack.
There are also some whole wheat noodles out now that actually taste great - not like sand. The Bionaturae brand has gotten high marks - I've tried it but haven't done a lot of comparison. With a little olive oil, a little pepper, and some grated Parmesan, it can be delicious and quick. And you won't be hungry again in 90 minutes.
This is a low-maintenance healthy recipe. I've had it without the cheese and it's still great.
http://www.food52.com/recipes/2434_one_pot_kale_and_quinoa_pilaf
What about buying whole grains from bulk bins? They're affordable, easy to cook, and healthy. The whole grain pasta is definitely a good idea, I'm sure you can find some not-so-pricey options.
I live by myself and it is so convenient to use the ramen noodles instead of spaghetti. I forgot to mention that I also have high blood pressure, so I have two whammys against me. It is so difficult to find things to eat which don't cost an arm and a leg and need intense preparation and or have a list ofs ingredient an arm long that you don't normally stock.
My mom is a diabetic and she only eats whole grain pasta because of their lower glycemic value and doesn't eat a lot of it at that. I don't think they make a whole wheat ramen noodle in the chinese markets that I have seen. But there are plenty of other whole grain pastas available in all grocery stores.
Ramen noodles have a really high glycemic index, so they're usually not recommended for type 2 diabetics. Have you seen a nutritionist? You might want to get your physician to refer you to one. The American Diabetes Association also publishes guidelines. Check out this link:
http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/
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The konjac flour in shirataki noodles is a good source of fiber. (Fiber from konjac flour is sometimes sold as a supplement under the name glucomannan.) A diet high in fiber can improve your digestion and strengthen your cardiovascular health. The fiber in shirataki noodles is very filling, and people who are currently eating a low-fiber diet are advised to start with small quantities of shirataki noodles until their digestive system can adjust. Shirataki noodles are also very low in carbohydrates, making them a good pasta choice for low-carb diets. They are also gluten-free and vegan.
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A sesame seed dressing is great with those served chilled. Kewpie is a good brand--I'm not of the sodium content of that product.
What about those packages of instant brown rice? they don't think they taste like slow cooked brown rice but with low sodium broth and some thin slices of peppers or other veggies, it could be a quick and more nutritious snack.
There are also some whole wheat noodles out now that actually taste great - not like sand. The Bionaturae brand has gotten high marks - I've tried it but haven't done a lot of comparison. With a little olive oil, a little pepper, and some grated Parmesan, it can be delicious and quick. And you won't be hungry again in 90 minutes.
http://www.food52.com/recipes/2434_one_pot_kale_and_quinoa_pilaf
http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/