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What Are Carb Choices?

Q: I noticed in your magazine that you list carbohydrates in grams and carb choices. What are carb choices?

A: Some people with diabetes use carbohydrate or carb counting to manage their food intake and control their blood glucose. Carbs are what our bodies use for fuel. One carb choice is based on 15 grams of carbohydrates -- the amount in one slice of bread or 1/2 cup of cooked pasta. For people who use carb counting, this may be an easier way to keep track of their carbohydrates and adjust their insulin.

To calculate carb choices per serving, divide the total carbohydrate grams by 15.

A registered dietitian can help you determine how many grams of carbohydrates or carbohydrate choices you need each day and how to fit them in your meal plan.

Madhu Gadia, M.S., R.D., is a certified diabetes educator.

 

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flagmaster2000 wrote:

I live in the Mid-South of the usa and can not find a Diabetic educator. you would think one could find one in the usa. Arkansas around Mena or Hot springs

3/2/2010 04:47:28 PM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

A 1 ounce piece of bread is 15 units or 1 carb, English Muffin is 2 carbs as are rolls. don't forget the high fiber versions. 100% whole wheat.

2/12/2010 07:46:03 AM Report Abuse
mleikow wrote:

I live in Canada and am unable to get the splenda-sugar blend. I have tried it and do like the product but the stores up here do not carry it. Is there any way I can Make my own blend with sugar and granulated splenda?

1/21/2010 01:13:27 PM Report Abuse
angel.166 wrote:

need a visial aid omn carb countingexamp. bread how many, apple, chicken, beef avacado

12/28/2009 10:35:16 PM Report Abuse

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flagmaster2000 says:
I live in the Mid-South of the usa and can not find a Diabetic educator. you would think one could f......
I live in the Mid-South of the usa and can not find a Diabetic educator. you would think one could find one in the usa. Arkansas around Mena or Hot springs
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