DIABETIC snacks/drinks - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

King Saba · 08-29-2016, 06:30 PM

2 bottles of Gatorade, 64 fl oz of water, lunch consisting of protein, veggies, and some form of carb such as rice or bread; power bars, and gummy snacks for that quick sugar rush.

AirborneYak · 08-29-2016, 07:16 PM

This is good for a diabetic snack.

http://m.costco.com/Kirkland-Signatu...100296106.html

Dave Legacy · 08-29-2016, 09:17 PM

I use a Camelbak Cortez hydration bladder for my water if I have room for it on deck. I'm often guilty of not hydrating even if I have water bottles around (probably has a little to do with not having a cup holder).

I'm not diabetic, but I'm required to maintain a strict low-sodium diet and I eat fig bars from Costco to keep me going between home-cooked meals. Can you eat jerky? I used to love to eat beef or salmon jerky while hiking, snowboarding, etc.

walrus · 08-30-2016, 06:04 AM

Water mostly, but I like crystal lite lemonade and diet soda to give me variety and keep me drinking fluids.

For snacks I like nuts, however I know that could be another issue for some of us. I have a jar of creamy p-nut butter stashed onboard. Dried fruits like cranberries, apples, raisins, provide some natural sugars for the sometimes needed energy boost.

I've used protein drinks from Costco in the past, they're very good I just don't like them warm when out on the water (personal preference).

Carrots, cucumbers, and oranges will also hold up in the heat.

Mr_Fixit · 08-30-2016, 08:04 AM

I am also diabetic. I certainly stay away from sugary drinks (Gatorade has LOTS of sugar!). To get me going, I have a Diet Mt. Dew. Once you get used to the taste, its not bad, but its hard to get used to. Then I have a fairly large bottle of water that lasts me all day. As for food, I usually have a few beef sticks (Old Trapper) and mixed nuts. I do carry a couple candies along just in case I get into a sugar crash.

makobob · 08-30-2016, 09:02 AM

Thank you guys, this helps point me in the right direction, all your suggestions are appreciated. Tight Lines.

RedSledTeam · 08-30-2016, 10:30 AM

Ok, Ok, hydration is serious stuff... This stuff is used by more athletes than you know...Pedi.jpg

08-30-2016, 06:04 AM	#4
walrus Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Baja fish camp Posts: 478	Water mostly, but I like crystal lite lemonade and diet soda to give me variety and keep me drinking fluids. For snacks I like nuts, however I know that could be another issue for some of us. I have a jar of creamy p-nut butter stashed onboard. Dried fruits like cranberries, apples, raisins, provide some natural sugars for the sometimes needed energy boost. I've used protein drinks from Costco in the past, they're very good I just don't like them warm when out on the water (personal preference). Carrots, cucumbers, and oranges will also hold up in the heat. __________________

08-30-2016, 09:02 AM	#6
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Thank you guys, this helps point me in the right direction, all your suggestions are appreciated. Tight Lines. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

08-29-2016, 06:30 PM	#1
King Saba Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: SGV Posts: 849	2 bottles of Gatorade, 64 fl oz of water, lunch consisting of protein, veggies, and some form of carb such as rice or bread; power bars, and gummy snacks for that quick sugar rush.

08-29-2016, 07:16 PM	#2
AirborneYak Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Long Beach Posts: 366	This is good for a diabetic snack. http://m.costco.com/Kirkland-Signatu...100296106.html

08-29-2016, 09:17 PM	#3
Dave Legacy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Posts: 427	I use a Camelbak Cortez hydration bladder for my water if I have room for it on deck. I'm often guilty of not hydrating even if I have water bottles around (probably has a little to do with not having a cup holder). I'm not diabetic, but I'm required to maintain a strict low-sodium diet and I eat fig bars from Costco to keep me going between home-cooked meals. Can you eat jerky? I used to love to eat beef or salmon jerky while hiking, snowboarding, etc.

08-30-2016, 08:04 AM	#5
Mr_Fixit Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Escondido, CA Posts: 130	I am also diabetic. I certainly stay away from sugary drinks (Gatorade has LOTS of sugar!). To get me going, I have a Diet Mt. Dew. Once you get used to the taste, its not bad, but its hard to get used to. Then I have a fairly large bottle of water that lasts me all day. As for food, I usually have a few beef sticks (Old Trapper) and mixed nuts. I do carry a couple candies along just in case I get into a sugar crash.

08-30-2016, 10:30 AM	#7
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	Ok, Ok, hydration is serious stuff... This stuff is used by more athletes than you know...Pedi.jpg