Carbohydrate Counting
(
Conteo de carbohidratos
)
Many people with diabetes use carbohydrate ("carb")
counting to estimate the amount of
carbohydrate
in the foods they eat. One "carb" contains 15 grams of
carbohydrate. Carbohydrates are mainly responsible for the rise in
blood sugar that occurs after eating, so people with diabetes can
use carbohydrate counting to match the amount of insulin they take
with the amount of carbohydrate eaten in a meal or snack. This
technique can help people achieve better control of blood sugar
levels as they manage their diabetes.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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