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      The Diabetes Foundation (DF) is a comprehensive and reliable source of help, hope and better health for children, adults and their families living in New Jersey.
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Not all Carbohydrates are the Same

Carbohydrates give you energy and raise blood sugar more than other kinds of food.
But not all carbohydrates are the same.

TYPES	EXAMPLES	EFFECT ON BLOOD SUGAR
Starches	Potatoes Corn Grains	Raises blood sugar levels rapidly
Sugar	Fruits Vegetables Cake Cookies	Raises blood sugar levels faster than other foods
Dietary Fiber	Beans Whole Grains	Raises blood sugar levels more slowly Note: Fiber grams can be subtracted from the total grams of carbohydrates when carb counting in some instances