How many grams of carbs per day for diabetic?
My mother has diabetes, and we are trying to manage her diet properly. What is the recommended amount of carbs per day for a diabetic person? We are quite new to this.
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4 months ago
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My endocrinologist advised me to stick to 135 grams of carbohydrates per day, spread evenly across three meals. He specifically warned against eating all of it in one heavy meal to prevent insulin spikes. Highly suggest getting a professional medical opinion for your specific case.
4 months ago
My teenage son has type 1 diabetes and we manage around 150 grams of carbs daily because he is growing and active. We use a kitchen scale to measure his portions accurately before meals. Please consult your child's pediatrician for their specific requirement.
6 months ago
I tried cutting out carbs completely and only drinking methi water, but my energy crashed badly. Eventually, my doctor explained that 130 grams of complex carbs like oats and jowar is safe and necessary. Balance is much better than extreme diets.
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6 months ago
Agree with everyone here, and just wanted to add that keeping carbs around 45 grams per meal really helped stabilize my father's morning readings.
6 months ago
I get so scared reading conflicting numbers online, some say 50 grams and some say 150 grams! I kept checking my blood sugar five times a day out of panic. Please just ask a doctor directly so you don't stress yourself out like I did.