Foods that contain carbohydrates, or carbs, are an important source of fuel for your body. Your body breaks down carbs into glucose in the intestines. Then, glucose goes into the bloodstream. After that, insulin, a hormone, moves glucose from the bloodstream into the cells where it is used by the body for energy. When you are living with diabetes, it is important to understand the effect that carbs have on your blood glucose levels. This can help you manage your diabetes. Read more in our fact sheet. Carbohydrate counting fact sheet All the carbohydrates, you eat and drink change into glucose within about two hours, which affects your body’s blood glucose level. Understand the effect that carbs have to help you manage your diabetes. Download now Related resources Carbohydrate counting quick guide This quick guide is about carbohydrate counting. Carbohydrate counting, or carb counting, is a tool to better manage your diabetes. Available in other languages Download Healthy cooking videos Watch these videos to find out about building a healthier meal, cooking methods, fats and oils, flavour and carbohydrate, glycaemic index and fibre. Available in other languages Watch now Carb counting These short modules will teach you how to recognise and count carbohydrates (carbs), to help in managing your diabetes. Access now
