Ravi Shankar Ravi Shankar Asked 10 months ago

How many carbs for diabetes 2?

My mother has Type 2 diabetes and we're trying to adjust her diet. What's the typical recommended carb intake for diabetes type 2? We want to ensure she eats well without affecting her sugar levels too much.

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Shweta Tiwari Shweta Tiwari Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago
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I totally understand how terrifying it feels when you are first diagnosed with Type 2 and feel like you can't eat anything. Usually, doctors suggest around 130 grams of carbs daily to start with. Please don't stress yourself out, with time you will learn how to balance your meals easily.

Deepika Das Deepika Das Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

It is honestly so draining to suddenly have to think about numbers every time you sit down to eat. I went through a very low phase when I got Type 2. Most plans recommend around 130 grams of carbs a day, but please be gentle with yourself as you adapt to this new lifestyle.

Rajiv Nayan Rajiv Nayan Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I ignored my high sugar symptoms for a year thinking it was just fatigue, and I really regret it because it caused nerve issues. Don't play around with your diet or guess your carb limits like 130g or 150g. Go to a specialist immediately, get your HbA1c checked, and follow their advice strictly.

Rohan Joshi Rohan Joshi Joined Jan 2026 10 months ago

Being a hardcore foodie with Type 2 is a tragedy, honestly! I try to keep my daily carbs around 130g, which basically means swapping my huge plate of biryani for smaller portions of brown rice and extra chicken. It is tough to manage cravings, but we gotta do what we gotta do!

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Sridhar Venkat Sridhar Venkat Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I have had Type 2 diabetes for 15 years now and I can tell you it is highly manageable. I keep my carbs to about 120-140 grams a day and still enjoy my South Indian meals in moderation. Just avoid processed foods and keep your medical checkups regular.

Ishaan Sen Ishaan Sen Joined Jan 2026 10 months ago

My uncle has Type 2 and he aims for about 130g of carbs daily. He basically just cuts down on sugar and eats a lot more salads and high-protein stuff now. It is really not as complicated as it sounds on the internet, so chill.

Mary Fernandes Mary Fernandes Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

For Type 2 diabetes, a standard starting limit is usually around 130 grams of carbs per day. But remember, this can change if you are taking insulin or other specific glucose-lowering medications. Always consult your doctor to find your personal target safely.

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