Diabetes DPG Public Library

This document provides essential nutrition tips for individuals living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) while celebrating traditional Black and African American cuisine. It emphasizes that traditional dishes can still be enjoyed with careful planning and awareness of carbohydrate content. The guide introduces carbohydrate counting as a vital tool for managing T1D, explaining how different foods, especially mixed dishes common in African Diaspora cultures, can impact blood glucose levels. It also highlights the importance of monitoring blood glucose before and after meals to understand how specific foods affect individual responses.