Carbohydrate counting
Carbohydrate Counting
Carbohydrate counting (pronunciation: /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt ˈkaʊntɪŋ/) is a meal planning technique for managing blood glucose levels in people with diabetes. It involves calculating the total amount of carbohydrates in the food a person eats.
Etymology
The term "carbohydrate counting" is derived from the words "carbohydrate," a type of nutrient, and "counting," which refers to the act of calculating or enumerating.
Definition
Carbohydrate counting is a method used by people with diabetes to manage their blood glucose levels. It involves keeping track of the amount of carbohydrates consumed in each meal or snack. This is important because carbohydrates have a direct impact on blood glucose levels. By counting carbohydrates, individuals can better control their blood glucose levels and manage their diabetes.
Related Terms
- Diabetes: A chronic disease that affects how your body turns food into energy.
- Carbohydrates: One of the main types of nutrients. They are the most important source of energy for your body.
- Blood glucose: The main sugar that the body makes from the food in the diet. Glucose is carried through the bloodstream to provide energy to all cells in the body.
- Insulin: A hormone made by the pancreas that allows your body to use sugar (glucose) from carbohydrates in the food that you eat for energy or to store glucose for future use.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carbohydrate counting
- Wikipedia's article - Carbohydrate counting
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