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Health Encyclopedia: Diabetes Diet Major Food Components In A Healthy Diabetic Diet

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Carbohydrates

Compared to fats and protein, carbohydrates have the greatest impact on blood sugar. Both the amount and type of carbohydrate affect blood glucose. Carbohydrate types are either complex (as in starches) or simple (as in fruits and sugars). One gram of carbohydrates equals four calories. The current general recommendation is that carbohydrates should provide between 40 - 65% of the daily caloric intake. Carbohydrate intake should not fall below 130 grams/day. Mos...

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