Watching Carbs Helps Control Diabetes
People with diabetes are often told to watch their diet as a way to help control their blood sugar.
But what does watching your diet mean? Should you be watching how many calories you consume, or is it fat, or carbs?
Carbohydrates have the greatest effect on your blood sugar, so you need to be aware of which foods contain carbs and how to track them. By keeping track of your carbs, you’ll still be able to eat your favorite foods – you’ll just have to watch how much you eat if your favorite foods are high in carbs.