Surprising Carbs

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When you are trying to keep your blood sugar levels down, the natural first step is in limiting bread, pasta and cake—all those “desirable and tempting” foods. Carbs can actually lurk in other less obvious places and it would be advisable to know that when you’re counting those carbs. There are 10 common foods have surprising amounts of carbs that you should be aware of.

Most people with diabetes aim for 45-60 grams of carbs per meal, but you should discuss this with your doctor or diabetes educator to find out the right amount of carbs that is …read more