The ADA Complete Guide to Carb Counting is an A-Z guide to carbohydrate counting for people with diabetes. It addresses basic concepts as well as more advanced issues related to tight blood glucose control. Topics include portion control, food variation, the importance of protein in carbohydrate counting, the impact of fat on blood glucose, size and frequency of snacks, and exercise.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 229-233) and index.

Why count carbs? -- What's carb counting? -- Are you ready to being basic carb counting? -- How many meals and snacks to eat? -- Begin counting -- Protein, fat, and alcohol count too -- Weigh and measure foods: a key to your success -- The food label has the facts -- Convenience food and recipes: how to figure, how to manage -- Restaurant meals: how to figure, how to manage -- Blood glucose pattern management: a key to fine tuning your control -- Ready, willing and able to progress? -- Advanced carb counting: all the ins and outs -- Common questions and answers about advanced carb counting -- Cornerstones.