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Is the goal for people with diabetes to cut carbs down to zero?

No. The goal is not eating too many.

  1. Yes, zero carbs is required
  2. No, the goal is not eating too many ✔
  3. Yes, but only at dinner

Why: MedlinePlus says the goal isn't to avoid carbs completely, just to not eat too many. Carbs give your body energy. Your care team or a dietitian can set your carb goals.

Huh, didn't know that: MedlinePlus notes that severely restricting carbs can cause ketosis, when the body uses fat for energy.

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Sources

  1. Counting carbohydrates (MedlinePlus) https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000321.htm
  2. Carb Counting and Diabetes (ADA) https://diabetes.org/food-nutrition/understanding-carbs/carb-counting-and-diabetes

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