Emphasis on Carbohydrates May Negatively Influence T1 Youth

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http://www.diabetes.org/news-research/news/research-in-the-news/emphasis-on-carbohydrates-may-negatively-influence.html

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Emphasizing carbohydrate quantity in place of quality may create
distorted eating beliefs and behaviors among young people with type 1
diabetes, research suggests.

Study authors analyzed medical records and focus group recordings of
35 youth, ages eight to 21 years, with type 1 diabetes. The
traditional perception of healthy eating, which emphasized nutrient-
dense whole foods rather than prepackaged foods, was often
contradicted with an emphasis on limiting postprandial glycemic
excursions.