If you have type 1 diabetes, carbohydrates are probably the trickiest part of your diet. All carbohydrate sources including both healthy carbs like whole grains and unhealthy carbs like added sugar ...

When you receive a diagnosis like diabetes, the first thing your care team will probably want to talk about is your diet—and specifically, how many carbohydrates you're getting on a daily basis.

Counting carbohydrates is one of the ways to manage blood sugar levels when living with diabetes. But, counting carbs in mixed dishes, such as casseroles, salads and pizza can be challenging. To keep ...

At age 8, Elizabeth Bennett was sick for two weeks. She lost weight. She couldn’t get off the sofa by herself. She missed school. Her family in Houma couldn’t tell what was wrong with her. The family ...

It’s tough to avoid carbs — and you don’t need to. Your body uses them for fuel. Instead, choose the healthiest carb-containing foods for your diabetes diet.

Written by Helen West, RD  Key takeaways Bananas can fit into a diabetes eating plan, but their carbohydrates and sugar can raise blood sugar more than protein or fat. Bananas have fiber, and their ...