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Introduction
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Counting Carbohydrates
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Why Carbohydrates Matter
What are Carbohydrates?
• Starches: Starchy vegetables like potatoes, sweetcorn and peas, dried
beans and lentils, grains like oats, barley and rice, and items made from
wheat flour.
• Sugars: Naturally occurring in milk and fruit, or added during cooking or
processing. Common names for sugar are table sugar, brown sugar, molasses,
honey, cane sugar, maple syrup, high fructose corn syrup and agave nectar.
• Fibre: Can be found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes.
Most dietary fibre is not digestible. Fibre contributes to digestive health,
keeps you regular and helps to make you feel full and satisfied after eating.
Impact on Blood Glucose
Carbohydrates (carbs) are important because they provide us with energy
and essential vitamins and minerals. Proteins and fats also contain calories,
vitamins and minerals, but do not contain carbohydrates unless the food is a
mixed item like a casserole. Carbohydrates are the primary foods that affect
blood glucose levels.
Proteins and fats take longer to digest and have a slower effect on your
blood glucose. Higher consumption of protein or fat at meals can delay
glucose absorption and create higher blood glucose levels later. The
section "Omnipod DASH System Advanced Features" will teach you more
about bolusing for certain meals with the Omnipod DASH Insulin
Management System.
Beaser RS. Joslin's Diabetes Deskbook: A guide for primary care providers. 3rd ed. Boston, MA. Joslin Diabetes Center; 2014
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