How to Count Carbohydrates

One of the hardest parts of living with type 1 diabetes is counting the carbohydrates in the foods you are eating. In this video, we go through the carb counting process as well as how to convert the number of carbs into units of insulin. With lots of practice problems along the way, you will soon be an expert at counting carbohydrates and dosing with insulin.

For more practice counting carbs, view this video: youtu.be/RqPb9tyLHrY

For more resources on how to count the carbohydrates in foods without nutrition labels, please visit our website. More tools can be found under the "Additional Resources" tab.

The Type 1 Diabetes Explained website can now be accessed at t1dexplained.org. The old links in the videos (sites.google.com etc.) will still work.

Please remember, this video is intended to help expand your knowledge of type 1 diabetes so you can better control your blood sugars and live a longer, fuller life with type 1. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. The techniques and information contained within this video may not be the best treatment for you. Please consult an endocrinologist or other licensed health professional to determine what techniques will best treat your diabetes. For more information, resources, activities, videos, articles, and the sources used in this video, please visit t1dexplained.org/