Dreamfields: Waste of money

Jeffrey Kaplan · Joined: 31 Jul 2007 Posts: 15

I finally got around to trying out Dreamfields pasta. What a waste of
money. It made no noticeable difference to my blood glucose levels,
but for what one pound of it costs, I can get two to four pounds
(depending on current sales prices) of either regular Barilla or
Prince.

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Janet Wilder · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 230

Jeffrey Kaplan wrote:
> I finally got around to trying out Dreamfields pasta. What a waste of
> money. It made no noticeable difference to my blood glucose levels,
> but for what one pound of it costs, I can get two to four pounds
> (depending on current sales prices) of either regular Barilla or
> Prince.
>

That's a shame, Jeffery. I guess not everyone tolerates it the same. My
DH does so we use it. We use half of the huge 2 oz dry portions on the box.

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Nicky · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 102

On Sat, 22 Sep 2007 09:55:41 -0400, Jeffrey Kaplan
wrote:

>I finally got around to trying out Dreamfields pasta. What a waste of
>money. It made no noticeable difference to my blood glucose levels,
>but for what one pound of it costs, I can get two to four pounds
>(depending on current sales prices) of either regular Barilla or
>Prince.

This is a very YMMV thing. Ordinary or reduced carb pasta of various
kinds spike me big-time; Dreamfields keeps me absolutely level at
pre-meal numbers out to 5-6 hours. Lovely stuff. And I can cook a box
for the whole family, zero fuss.

Nicky.
T2 dx 05/04 + underactive thyroid
D&E, 100ug thyroxine
Last A1c 5.6% BMI 25

Wizzzer · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 3

> That's a shame, Jeffery. I guess not everyone tolerates it the same.
> My
> DH does so we use it. We use half of the huge 2 oz dry portions on the
> box.
>
> --
> Janet Wilder
> Bad spelling. Bad punctuation
> Good Friends. Good Life

Janet, I have to agree. My first problems with Dreamfields were only
because I didn't follow the instructions. DO NOT over cook it. We are
on our 3rd CASE of this stuff. It is excellent, tastes better than
"regular" pasta and if you order thru Netrition.com it is not that
expensive ($2.49 any type). I have 3 neighbors that combine their
smaller orders with my monthly to take advantage of their cheap
shipping. There are only a few things that make diabetes tolerable for
me. This is one, the other is CarbQuik (the BEST pancakes!). Don't let
this guy deter you from trying something that is really great.

Cheers, Wizzzer

Janet Wilder · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 230

Jeffrey Kaplan wrote:
> It is alleged that Janet Wilder claimed:
>
>> That's a shame, Jeffery. I guess not everyone tolerates it the same. My
>> DH does so we use it. We use half of the huge 2 oz dry portions on the box.
>
> Well, I can look at it this way: Dreamfields is significantly more
> expensive, so I'm saving money!
>

It is quite expensive, but for those DM's who tolerate it well, it's a
way to work an otherwise "forbidden" food into their meal plan.

DH has tested it 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 hours PP and he's been level.

Lots of folks here do great with Carb-Quick baking mix and my DH spiked
with it. Go figure.

Everyone is different, that's why it's so important for each person to
test.
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Jeffrey Kaplan · Joined: 31 Jul 2007 Posts: 15

It is alleged that Janet Wilder claimed:

> That's a shame, Jeffery. I guess not everyone tolerates it the same. My
> DH does so we use it. We use half of the huge 2 oz dry portions on the box.

Well, I can look at it this way: Dreamfields is significantly more
expensive, so I'm saving money!

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Jeffrey Kaplan · Joined: 31 Jul 2007 Posts: 15

It is alleged that Susan claimed:

> Results with Dreamfields are highly variable among DMs. Some, like
> Nicky, have good results, many of us don't spike til the third or fourth
> post meal hour and the spike is long lasting.

My elevated level was measured pre-bed, about 4 or so hours after
dinner. I did not test at 2 hours, because I forgot.

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Jeffrey Kaplan · Joined: 31 Jul 2007 Posts: 15

It is alleged that Alan S claimed:

> I've never eaten the stuff, so can't comment on the
> comparison.
>
> Which BG's were you measuring? Fasting, 1hr, 2hr, 3hr?

I test twice a day, "fasting" and then some other time, either 2hrs
after a meal or before bed. This one was a pre-bed measurement, about
4hrs after the meal.

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krom · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 55

Works as advertised for me so is NOT a waste of money when i can enjoy pasta
again.

KROM

"Jeffrey Kaplan" wrote in message @gordol.org...
>I finally got around to trying out Dreamfields pasta. What a waste of
> money. It made no noticeable difference to my blood glucose levels,
> but for what one pound of it costs, I can get two to four pounds
> (depending on current sales prices) of either regular Barilla or
> Prince.
>
> --
> Jeffrey Kaplan www.gordol.org
> The from userid is killfiled Send personal mail to gordol
>
> "If I am ever the Hero top 100 list: #3. When the Evil Overlord takes
> hostages, I will presume the hostages dead and hold a memorial service.
> Any promises made by the Evil Overlord regarding their safe return
> shall be summarily ignored. My loved ones will be warned to expect
> this.

Julie Bove · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 494

"Jeffrey Kaplan" wrote in message @gordol.org...
>I finally got around to trying out Dreamfields pasta. What a waste of
> money. It made no noticeable difference to my blood glucose levels,
> but for what one pound of it costs, I can get two to four pounds
> (depending on current sales prices) of either regular Barilla or
> Prince.

It raised my BG higher than normal pasta does. And I didn't much like the
taste of it.

percy · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 13

Jeffrey Kaplan wrote:
> It is alleged that Susan claimed:
>
>> Results with Dreamfields are highly variable among DMs. Some, like
>> Nicky, have good results, many of us don't spike til the third or fourth
>> post meal hour and the spike is long lasting.
>
> My elevated level was measured pre-bed, about 4 or so hours after
> dinner. I did not test at 2 hours, because I forgot.
>

Low gut digestion. Join the club. Smile

It's unfortunate, because husband and I both found it acceptable taste
wise. Back to cutting cut reg. pasta with veg.

Vicki

Alan S · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 134

On Sat, 22 Sep 2007 09:55:41 -0400, Jeffrey Kaplan
wrote:

>I finally got around to trying out Dreamfields pasta. What a waste of
>money. It made no noticeable difference to my blood glucose levels,
>but for what one pound of it costs, I can get two to four pounds
>(depending on current sales prices) of either regular Barilla or
>Prince.

I've never eaten the stuff, so can't comment on the
comparison.

Which BG's were you measuring? Fasting, 1hr, 2hr, 3hr?

Cheers, Alan, T2, Australia.
d&e, metformin 1500mg, ezetrol 10mg
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Janet Wilder · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 230

Wizzzer wrote:
>
>> That's a shame, Jeffery. I guess not everyone tolerates it the same. My
>> DH does so we use it. We use half of the huge 2 oz dry portions on the
>> box.
>>
>> --
>> Janet Wilder
>> Bad spelling. Bad punctuation
>> Good Friends. Good Life
>
> Janet, I have to agree. My first problems with Dreamfields were only
> because I didn't follow the instructions. DO NOT over cook it. We are
> on our 3rd CASE of this stuff. It is excellent, tastes better than
> "regular" pasta and if you order thru Netrition.com it is not that
> expensive ($2.49 any type). I have 3 neighbors that combine their
> smaller orders with my monthly to take advantage of their cheap
> shipping. There are only a few things that make diabetes tolerable for
> me. This is one, the other is CarbQuik (the BEST pancakes!). Don't let
> this guy deter you from trying something that is really great.
>
> Cheers, Wizzzer

Wizzzer,

Have you tried making lo-mein with the spaghetti? I add lots of veggies
like cabbage, a few bean sprouts and mushrooms and a little grated
carrot. It stretches the pasta and is a delicious side dish with
stir-fries instead of the evil rice. I'll post the recipe.

We can get all of the shapes in our local supermarket except for
linguine. I can find that in New Jersey where my kids live. I came home
from our visit in July with 6 boxes in the trunk of the car.

DH loves being able to eat lasagna again, but it's not a frequent item
on the menu.

--
Janet Wilder
Bad spelling. Bad punctuation
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Janet Wilder · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 230

Nicky wrote:
> For Brits who can tolerate it - I've discovered that Dreamfields have
> set up a UK web site. If you order from it, the order is filled from
> lowcarbmegastore.com.
>
> http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.co.uk/ - 5-pack multi pack for £15.75 and
> free delivery as opposed to £14.75 + £5pp from lowcarbmegastore.
> Larger pack sizes are available.
>
> Also, the dreamfields site is happy to play with firefox, which
> lowcarbmegastore can't. I always remember this AFTER I've clicked on
> "checkout" and it fails... grrrr..

Nicky, download the Firefox plug in called IE Tab. Set it to always go
to IE (Internet Explorer) for that web site. I find it really helpful
for the one or two sites that won't play with FF.

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Bad spelling. Bad punctuation
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Jeffrey Kaplan · Joined: 31 Jul 2007 Posts: 15

It is alleged that Janet Wilder claimed:

> > Well, I can look at it this way: Dreamfields is significantly more
> > expensive, so I'm saving money!
> It is quite expensive, but for those DM's who tolerate it well, it's a
> way to work an otherwise "forbidden" food into their meal plan.

If it worked for me, I would not begrudge the cost. But since it
doesn't, I can save money.

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