That is why it is so important to limit carbohydrate content when you have diabetes. If you count carbohydrates you need to know how much carbohydrate you have eaten. Counting carbohydrates helps you have a good idea of what your blood glucose level is going to do. Before you are able to count carbohydrates in food you will need information about the carbohydrate content of foods you eat and measuring equipment to check your portions.
Carbohydrate is found in starches and sugars.
There are different methods to count carbohydrates. The simplest method is using food exchange lists. One exchange is equal to 15 grams of carbohydrate. In other words, eating the right amount of carbohydrates at each meal will help keep your blood glucose normal. Another source for carbohydrate information is found on the Nutrition Facts label on all foods.