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Carb Counting Review

15 grams carbohydrate = 1 carb choice
  
Men: 2-5 carb choices per meal (30-75 grams)  
Women: 2-4 carb choices per meal (30-60 grams)
  
Carbohydrate counting allows you to keep track of your intakes, and can help improve blood sugar levels. If you need carbohydrate counting review, or are wondering if you are eating an appropriate amount of carbohydrate for youself, contact your diabetes educator.
  

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                GORP ~ recipe from eatingwell.com

    Makes 2 servings

     

    Ingredients

    1/2 ounce whole shelled (unpeeled) almonds

    1/4 ounce unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

    1/4 ounce dried cranberries

    1 tablespoon chopped pitted dates

    1 1/2 teaspoons chocolate chips

     

    Preparation

    1. Combine almonds, peanuts, cranberries, dates and chocolate chips in a small bowl.

     

    Nutrition Per serving:

    102 calories

    6 g fat

     11 g carbohydrates

    3 g protein

    2 g fiber

    29 mg sodium

     

    Nutrition Bonus:

    Potassium, magnesium, fiber, vitamins E and C.

     

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April 3, 2014
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