The nurse is helping a group of diabetics learn how to use the exchange lists. She asks them to name a food item that represents one carbohydrate choice. Which of the following correctly demonstrates one carbohydrate choice? Select all that apply
A) 1/2 cup of potatoes D) 3/4 cup of strawberries
B) 2 tablespoons of dried apricots E) 1 slice of whole wheat bread
C) 1 cup of oatmeal F) 1/2 cup of peas
A, B, F
Feedback:
One choice provides 15 g of carbohydrate. The potatoes, dried apricots, and peas represent one choice each. Cereals should be limited to 1/2 cup each, fresh fruit should be limited to 1/2 cup, and one slice of bread is one choice.
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