How to Tell Good Carbs From Bad Carbs and More

How to Tell Good Carbs from Bad Carbs
Having diabetes doesn't mean you should eliminate carbohydrates from your diet. It means that you have to choose carbs carefully. "Good" carbs give your body essential nutrients and help control blood sugar. "Bad" carbs may spike your blood sugar while leaving you undernourished. But how do you tell the difference? This article identifies which types of foods you should eat more or less often. You'll also learn a quick, easy way to size up the carbs in almost any food in the grocery store.

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