Diabetes & Carb Counting For Dummies

You can rely on this book to help you calculate carbohydrates and live a healthy lifestyle with diabetes.

The person with diabetes is at the center of their own care. They make daily decisions about what to eat, when to exercise, and how to use the data they get from blood glucose monitoring devices. To be successful, it is extremely important to make these decisions based on sound advice from the healthcare team, diabetes experts, and reputable resources. Carbohydrate and glucose levels go hand in hand when managing all forms of diabetes. The book Diabetes & Carb Counting For Dummies teaches you everything about carbohydrates and healthy nutrition in general so you can make informed decisions about what to eat and how much. Get updated guidance to improve your health and live the life you want. This updated edition covers the latest guidelines and dietary standards, so you will be on the right track with the best that science has to offer in diabetes management. You will also get tips on exercise, interpreting blood glucose and A1C results, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology. Your best carbohydrate counting life starts with this beginner's guide.

• Unraveling the mystery of the relationship between carbohydrates, blood glucose levels, insulin, and exercise
• Find easy-to-follow instructions on how to read labels, portion your plate, and count carbohydrates while still enjoying your favorite foods and traditions.
• Exercising safely while learning how to prevent and treat low blood sugar
• Get the latest information on fiber, sweeteners, gluten, and alcohol
• Explore sample meal plans within controlled carbohydrate ranges
• Learn about new technologies, research findings, and resources to help you manage diabetes more effectively.
• Discover dietary strategies, lifestyle modifications, and tips for managing carbohydrate intake without limiting your enjoyment of life.

Whether you are newly diagnosed with diabetes or someone who has been living with diabetes for many years, this book serves as an essential guide for individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or gestational diabetes, as well as their loved ones. It is an accessible resource to help empower you with the tools you need to calculate carbohydrates and plan meals that support diabetes management, weight control, and heart health.