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THE KOD

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anybody suggest you take aspirin,scott?....might not be a bad idea....
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Yeh I have to take one with one of the medications to keep me from getting hot flashs.

Also a side affect of the pre diabetic / chol med is gastro intesinal trouble. Diarehha , cramps etc.

I already have problems with all kinds of food. I am not looking forward to the rush to a public toilet. Like Jack, I dont do public restrooms.

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It's not hamburger, it's the animals we get our hamburger from. We eat beef from cattle that are eating an unnatural diet. This diet is high in Omega 6, which clots the blood. If you get a good balance of Omega 3 with your Omega 6 (like you would if your cattle ate grass as nature intended) you're good to go. Since you like to eat cheap beef, you get the kind loaded with Omega 6.

If you can find a sustainable farm (note I did not say organic) that raises grass fed cattle, you would probably be good to go.
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That makes sense. I doubt I am going to find any grass eating cattle around here.

Last night we went to Ted Montana's . They feature bison steak and burgers. Bison is the leanest meat you can buy. I had the 8 oz tenderloin for $31.00 It was really good.

You can buy the fresh buffalo ground meat from the restaurant. Looks like it will at least allow me to eat some meat.

Very nice atmosphere and service. We got out of there for 60 bucks and I tipped the waiter 20 bucks. Very good.
 

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You can buy the fresh buffalo ground meat from the restaurant. Looks like it will at least allow me to eat some meat.

Scott, you have to find out the fat content of the meat. Eating a buffalo burger that's 80-20 isn't going to help your cause.
 

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Did you know that buffalo meat is actually good for you?

I sure didn't know much about it until I spoke with Dan Marino of Jackson Hole Buffalo Meat Co. I had the opportunity to pick his brain about buffalo meat, how it compares to beef and ask about taste. I think you will find his responses both surprising and interesting.

I'm calling buffalo the "real American meat" because it was the primary meat source to many of the Plains Indians until millions of the buffalo were slaughtered back in the late 1800's and they nearly became extinct. Now they are being farm raised on private ranches and the numbers are back up to about one-quarter of a million.

Why Buffalo Over Beef?-

According to Dan Marino, buffalo meat tastes better than beef. He says the flavor is similar but buffalo has a "lighter, sweeter flavor" and "doesn't leave a greasy feel in your mouth. " He also reveals buffalo has a "much livelier flavor" but isn't "gamy"

Sounds good to me but I can't vouch for this because I've never had a buffalo filet mignon so I am making it my goal to try them side by side and see what my taste buds decide.

Another interesting fact he makes about buffalo is the health benefits that come with it. Not only does it have 70% to 90% less fat compared to beef, on average it has 50% less cholesterol. And on top of that, it is higher in protein, iron and all the omega and amino acids. Wow, my doctor may be prescribing buffalo pretty soon.

And did you know that because they are naturally resistant to disease and grow faster than domestic animals, they don't need all the antibiotics and growth hormones that are typically given to beef cattle?

So what do they feed a buffalo?

Buffalo are raised on open grassland and graze on natural grass. Because they are not fed manufactured feed, there is no current concern about mad cow disease at this time. I was also told that unlike sheep and beef, they don't defecate in their own water source. Now what's wrong with those sheep and cows?

What about inspections and grading?

Just like beef, Dan's buffalo are inspected by both the USDA and the State Department. At this time, there is no official grading system but the National Bison Association is working on it.

Flavor and texture

As I mentioned above, Dan thinks buffalo has more flavor. Since a buffalo and cow have the same muscle groups, their texture and tenderness are very similar to each other. He says, "A filet on a buffalo is every bit as tender as on beef. The main difference is the darker color and sweet flavor."

Are there similar cuts available?

Because of the similar muscle groups, buffalo has the same cuts as beef. There are rib eyes, rib steaks, sirloin, t-bone, porterhouse, strip, filet, brisket, flank, roasts, filets, burgers and the rest of the cuts

How to you cook buffalo meat?

You cook it the same way you cook beef but because of its lower fat content, it will cook faster than beef. You see the fat works as an insulator and slows down the cooking time. The less fat, the faster the meat will cook. So you can grill it, roast it or pan-fry it. Just be careful not to overcook it.

Where can you buy buffalo meat and why is it so expensive?

I've seen buffalo burgers at several supermarkets but nothing in the more expensive cuts. Some grocery stores let you special order it but it takes time and it is very expensive. Your other option is to order it online at places like Jackson Hole Buffalo Meat Co.

The reason for the high cost is basic economics 101, "supply and demand." Right now there is high demand and very limited supply and most of the supply is going to restaurants. Did you know that there are more beef slaughtered in the United States EACH day than buffalo in an ENTIRE year?

Fresh or Frozen?

Dan tells me you can purchase buffalo meat either fresh or frozen. They vacuum pack their buffalo product to give it a longer shelf life. By removing the oxygen from contacting the meat, it will not freezer burn on you. He says the vacuum packed product has a freezer shelf life of about a year. They normally ship it frozen but can ship it fresh if that is important to you.

When I asked Dan what is the one message he would like my readers to get about buffalo, he said, "Buffalo is the healthiest choice anyone can make regarding their meat eating end of their diet. If you are on a restricted diet, it is a red meat you can enjoy and feel good about it because it will not cause the same problems as beef, pork, or any other domestic animal. .. The flavor is fantastic too. Buffalo, it's what America was meant to eat!"

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does not really say the fat content.
 

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Grass Fed Organic Buffalo

The low fat content of buffalo - it's 98% fat free - insures that buffalo will cook quickly. The basic principle of cooking buffalo is 'slow and low'. With that in mind, feel free to substitute buffalo in any red meat recipe for remarkable flavor and nutrition.
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not sure if this includes the buffalo burgers

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Scott, he told her to keep her saturated fats below 7grams a day. It has not been that tough. I don't have to do it but I'm doing it with the wife.

No red meat, cheese , most dairy, no baked goods etc. Just look on the ingrediant line for sat fats and stay below say 7 grams a day and that will help alot.
 

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Grass Fed Organic Buffalo

not sure if this includes the buffalo burgers

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Funny because I was thinking about buffalo the other nite as an alternative.

I know it's very lean. Wife has to go to the cardioligst on Wed so I'll have her ask. maybe any answer to the burger cravings.
 

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Funny because I was thinking about buffalo the other nite as an alternative.

I know it's very lean. Wife has to go to the cardioligst on Wed so I'll have her ask. maybe any answer to the burger cravings.
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Thanks let me know what the doctor says.

I have been going through this about 2 weeks now. My wife is on my ass over every thing I eat .

Its complicated finding the answers. We were thiinking of going to a diet nutricianist person to get a better handle on it.

Like for instance it will say that pickles have sodium for one serving , but it does not say what one serving is. Not one fawking pickle . That seems nuts.
 

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A lot is just common sense and reading the ingredients. We have been going through this for the last 6-7 months. She has made great strides in getting healthier and to be honest the diet part has not been bad as long as you're willing to accept it.

Like your wife keeping you in line I'm doing that for my wife. Tough sometimes but there are alot of recipes for chicken and turkey. i think the key is not to get bored with the food that you are allowed to have and not get cravings for the food that youcan't have.
 

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Well I havn't been to the doctor in awhile and they did bloodwork and all kinds of tests.

Let me list the shit they found.

High Blood Pressure

High Cholestrol

Pre - Diabetes

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They gave me pills to take but so far I have not taken them.

So many restrictions on diet.

No sugar, no red meat, no sodas, no salt , no pasta or pizza, no potatoes or white bread, no sweet tea, no ice cream, no fried chicken, no hamburgers, no french fries, no milkshakes, no candy , no no no no no no

NO NO NO NO NOOOOOOOOOOOO

sounds like you are in denial

take the medicine and quit whining

this country is full of whiners, I believe Phil Gramm is on to something

seriously take the medicine and you will be okay I know at first it is hard to listen to the doctor, but he is right and if you follow the diet your health will improve...

good luck
 

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sounds like you are in denial

take the medicine and quit whining

this country is full of whiners, I believe Phil Gramm is on to something

seriously take the medicine and you will be okay I know at first it is hard to listen to the doctor, but he is right and if you follow the diet your health will improve...

good luck
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Scooter eat what you want tell to med you up to counter your problem. I had a stent put in 13 years a go. Here's what I'm on crestor, atenolol, altace, aspirin, fish oil, nexium & when I move to Kansas they added clarinex :mj07:
 
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Scooter eat what you want tell to med you up to counter your problem. I had a stent put in 13 years a go. Here's what I'm on crestor, atenolol, altace, aspirin, fish oil, nexium & when I move to Kansas they added clarinex :mj07:

vinnie....when you kick,the pallbearers are gonna have to wear level 3 hazmat suits.....

landfill,here we come!...:grins:
 
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