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Type 1 diabetes - alimentation

Calculating carbohydrates

How should carbohydrates be calculated?

A simplified method of calculating carbohydrates for diabetes management. This carbohydrates calculation method gives you the flexibility you need when planning your meals. It emphasizes foods that contain carbohydrates because they raise your blood glucose further.

The following steps will help you calculate carbohydrates to control your blood glucose:

Step 1

Make healthy choices.

Step 2

Monitor your carbohydrate intake.

Step 3

Set a goal for carbohydrates.

Step 4

Measure the carbohydrate content.

Step 5

Monitor the effects on your blood sugar.

This method gives you the flexibility you need when planning your meals

Simplified method of calculating carbohydrates

Source
Canadian Diabetes Association
Simplified Carb Counting Method for Diabetes Management