J Korean Diabetes.  2015 Jun;16(2):117-122. 10.4093/jkd.2015.16.2.117.

Nutritional Management and Carbohydrate Counting for Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

• Kim JY

• KMID: 2137269
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4093/jkd.2015.16.2.117

Abstract

Carbohydrate counting is a prudent meal planning approach for patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), especially those undergoing multiple daily injections or continuous subcutaneous insulin injections. Carbohydrate counting can make food planning flexible and enjoyable, but limitations exist. This article focuses on how to educate T1DM patients in Korea on carbohydrate counting and how to overcome the limitations of carbohydrate counting.

Keyword

Carbohydrate counting; Nutritional management; Type 1 diabetes mellitus

MeSH Terms

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1*
Humans
Insulin
Korea
Meals
Insulin

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  Fig. 1. Sample worksheet for intensive diabetes management.

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