Carb Counting

People with diabetes can choose from a handful of different ways to keep track of their carbohydrate intake. In recent years, straight carb counting has become more popular than the dietary exchange system and the carbohydrate choice system. But all three can be effective ways to manage carbs for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Learn more about carb counting systems.

Reviewed by Susan Weiner, R.D., M.S., C.D.E., C.D.N. 10/08

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