tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post115032865483775440..comments2024-02-18T15:43:14.717-05:00Comments on Moved to LivinLaVidaLowCarb.com/Blog: Shapely New Konjac Shirataki NoodlesJimmy Moorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-76774694295687752182008-04-23T17:37:00.000-04:002008-04-23T17:37:00.000-04:00The impact of Dreamfields pasta really does vary f...The impact of Dreamfields pasta really does vary from person to person and so that's why I don't recommend people still losing weight to consume this product as part of their low-carb efforts. In maintenance, if it does not impact your blood sugars, then I don't see a problem with it and it can be an enjoyable experience for people who miss real pasta. <BR/><BR/>As for too much fiber kicking people out of ketosis, it is possible I suppose. I've never worried about fiber because it does not impact me. There are those in the low-carb community who count ALL carbs--from fiber and sugar alchols--while there are many more who don't count fiber, but they do count sugar alcohols. It goes back to that individual reaction thing again for the people following this way of eating.<BR/><BR/>This is fascinating subject and I may have to devote an entire blog post to it, Dr. Myatt. THANKS for sharing your feedback. :)Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-4828252206668395342008-04-23T17:31:00.000-04:002008-04-23T17:31:00.000-04:00Hi Jimmy:Thanks for the reply and I'm sure you are...Hi Jimmy:<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the reply and I'm sure you are a great inspiration to many!<BR/><BR/>I'm still having a question with this but I'm betting you and your readers can help me out. Here's my challenge:<BR/><BR/>By US law, the "net carbs" designation doesn't exist and must be listed outside of the nutrition facts box. (This is a numerical designation that Atkins and crew developed, as I'm sure you know). The actual carb count is supposed to be contained within the box. Why do I care?<BR/><BR/>"Net carbs" can be a misleading designation. For example, psyllium husks are just about a perfect 1:1 carbs to fiber ratio, making them "zero net carbs." No impact on blood sugars or ketones, right?<BR/><BR/>Truth is, different people extract different amounts of the carbs from fiber food more or less efficiently. I've seen "too much" psyllium knock a patient out of ketosis, something that shouldn't be possible with "zero net carbs." For others, it doesn't have this effect. (For example: AJ commenting above says Dreamfield's pasta with 5 grams net carbs doesn't rock her boat, but Scott elsewhere on this forum says the same stuff spikes his blood sugars and knocks him out of ketosis).That's why I take "net carbs" with at least half a grain of sea-salt! It's also the reason I want to know the REAL carb content of pure konjac noodles, which at this point I believe should be counted as 1 gram fiber per one ounce noodles until someone sees how they react to it.<BR/><BR/>My question for you and your readers is, who has experienced that these noodles do NOT affect their ketosis or blood sugar and how many have found that they DO affect same? Actual user feedback, not just comments on what the label says, will be most helpful to me.<BR/><BR/>Thanks!<BR/>Dr.Dana MyattAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-51819795732557086322008-04-23T16:53:00.000-04:002008-04-23T16:53:00.000-04:00THANKS Dr. Dana. When the manufacturer says "no c...THANKS Dr. Dana. When the manufacturer says "no carbs," what they mean is no "net" carbs. Glucomannon is a fiber-based food product, so these shirataki noodles are almost exclusively fiber carbs. I believe there are 3g of fiber in each serving and that is the totality of the carb counts. Hope this clears up your misunderstanding. :) THANK YOU for writing!Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-65024353543718078402008-04-23T16:34:00.000-04:002008-04-23T16:34:00.000-04:00Looking for true carb content of pure (no tofu) sh...Looking for true carb content of pure (no tofu) shiritake noodles.<BR/><BR/>I know the package says (no carbs), but this is impossible. If I chew on a piece of carrdboard box, it has a carb content.<BR/><BR/>US law allows foods with very low carb per serving (<0.6 grams, I think but am not sure) to label the serving as "no carbs." Clrealy for someone counting carbs very closely, this is misleading.<BR/><BR/>Food and nutritional data tables do not seem to include this food. Does anyone have a credible reference besides the manufacturer's supplies nutrition fax box?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-78883935013398210982006-09-17T17:58:00.000-04:002006-09-17T17:58:00.000-04:00I used the hand tied noodles in thhe Beef and Aspa...I used the hand tied noodles in thhe Beef and Asparagus Shirataki Toss. I really liked it. it made the dish look a little different but also made it fun (and manageble to eat). My freinds were facinated by the noodles. I loved them. <br /><br />I also used pork instead of beef. The only thing with the recipie is that it said cook noodles according to package. No instructions on package so I did what the webisites were saying but then added water to cook/steam the asparagus.RazzTJazzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11605303751907413579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-1151603166742702762006-06-29T13:46:00.000-04:002006-06-29T13:46:00.000-04:00Hey Shirataki Diva,I inquired about your concerns ...Hey Shirataki Diva,<BR/><BR/>I inquired about your concerns with Elaine Payne at Low-Carb Connoisseur and she said she'd be happy to talk with you about the expiration date issue you are having with the Konjac shirataki. E-mail her at <A HREF="lowcarb@carol.net" REL="nofollow">lowcarb@carol.net</A>.<BR/><BR/>Here's what she wrote to me:<BR/><BR/><I>Hi Jimmy, <BR/><BR/>The Konjac shirataki packages do not appear to have expiration dates on them, only the House Foods shirataki packages have dates. <BR/><BR/>The House Foods Shirataki bags we currently have in stock have dates that say September or October 2006. <BR/><BR/>If you would like to suggest that this person contact me, I <BR/>would be happy to try and help them sort this out. <BR/><BR/>Elaine</I><BR/><BR/>So there you go, Diva! Let me know if you need any more assistance with this. Elaine will take good care of you from here.Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-1151581723324051312006-06-29T07:48:00.000-04:002006-06-29T07:48:00.000-04:00Let me look into that for you, Diva! THANKS for l...Let me look into that for you, Diva! THANKS for letting me know.Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-1150547893973004402006-06-17T08:38:00.000-04:002006-06-17T08:38:00.000-04:00THANKS A.J. and CONGRATULATIONS on your success vi...THANKS A.J. and CONGRATULATIONS on your success via livin' la vida low-carb! WOO HOO!<BR/><BR/>As for the Konjac shirataki, it may "look" gross and obviously not be as good as Dreamfields (another fave!). But for people who want and need a pasta substitute without even the 5 digestible carbs that are in Dreamfields, this stuff's a godsend.<BR/><BR/>I really like the soluble fiber content of Konjac shirataki and the fact that I'm not hungry for hours and hours after eating it. That's a good thing when you're trying to lose and/or maintain your weight.<BR/><BR/>THANKS again for sharing your comments. Don't let the new shapes scare you, they really are quite fun!Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-1150424862237164902006-06-15T22:27:00.000-04:002006-06-15T22:27:00.000-04:00THANKS for writing, Linda. No, Konjac shirataki d...THANKS for writing, Linda. No, Konjac shirataki does not have any tofu in them (that's the House Foods brand) and they are made with glucomannon (yam) flour. These have a net zero carbs and are quite versatile. I LOVE 'EM!Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-1150365873550287742006-06-15T06:04:00.000-04:002006-06-15T06:04:00.000-04:00When make almost bread pudding, instead of using ...When make almost bread pudding, instead of using cottage cheese i puree a bag of the mini pearls in the blender. Cuts the carbs and calories even more.TESShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04354025359300489391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12333976.post-1150340952132980442006-06-14T23:09:00.000-04:002006-06-14T23:09:00.000-04:00LOL! I actually thought they looked like shrimp, ...LOL! I actually thought they looked like shrimp, diamondwife! Hee hee! Oh what fun we have with our low-carb food, eh? THANKS for commenting!Jimmy Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08590225257991702645noreply@blogger.com