If you or a loved one has diabetes, you may know that counting carbohydrates is a highly effective strategy for managing blood glucose. However, the thought of tracking the carbs in everything you eat can be intimidating. Fortunately, carb counting doesn't have to be complicated. This comprehensive guide takes the guesswork out of carb counting so you can plan your meals and manage your diabetes with confidence. The new edition of the Complete Guide to Carb Counting has all the expert information you need to practice carb counting, whether you're learning the basics or trying to master more advanced techniques. From the grocery store to your kitchen or eating out, this guide will teach you how to count and track carbs and eat proper portions, and help you understand how your diet affects your blood glucose. With this fully updated and revised guide, planning meals and managing your blood glucose is easier than ever! Inside you'll find: Tips and tricks for portion control, Guidance for advanced carb counting, Information on diabetes medications, A list of carb counts for hundreds of everyday food items, The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading nonprofit organization fighting against diabetes and its consequences. The Association's mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by this disease.

The Association funds research to prevent, cure, and manage all types of diabetes; provides reliable information for patients and healthcare providers; and advocates for the rights of people with diabetes. For more information, please visit www.diabetes.org or call 1.800.Diabetes. Book jacket.