Thanks for the help.
Unfortunately, I haven't really involved my doctor in many of my decisions. I switched doctors a couple of years ago when my original doctor moved out of the area. I currently see a nurse practitioner who I used to work with. As a rule, I meet with her twice a year to get my meds refilled & get blood work ordered. I tell her what I am doing and what I have changed and she agrees with my decision. I will admit that I have never told her that I want to re-introduce simple carbs into my diet and I don't know how she would respond to that idea. I did steal a few Jolly Ranchers from my son before tonight's ride. It was a 17 mile loop with 1,200 ft of elevation change and 800 of that climb was in the first 3.5 miles. I think the sugar may have helped, but I can't be sure. I will pick up some gels from my LBS next time I stop by.