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Carbohydrate counting estimates grams of carbs in food, used to calculate meal-time insulin doses in diabetes management.

단계별 가이드

  1. 1Identify carbohydrate sources: grains, fruits, dairy, starchy vegetables, sugars
  2. 2Estimate portion size using exchanges or grams
  3. 3Use insulin-to-carb ratio to calculate insulin dose

풀어진 예시

입력
1 slice bread (15g), 1 apple (15g), 1 cup milk (12g) = 42g total carbs
결과
If ratio 1:10, give 4.2 units rapid insulin
Plus correction for BG

피해야 할 일반적인 실수

  • Forgetting high-fat foods delay carb absorption
  • Confusing net carbs with total carbs

자주 묻는 질문

Why count carbs but not other macros?

Carbs most directly raise blood sugar; proteins and fats have smaller, delayed effects.

How accurate must carb counting be?

Generally ±10-15% acceptable; close enough for insulin dosing without perfection.

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