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Diabetic Exchanges &
Carb Counting
Why are "free vegetables" limited portions when cooked?
The Exchange System provides a quick way to estimate energy, carbohydrates, protein and fat content in any food or meal. Food from each exchange (starch, meat & meat substitute, fruit, vegetable, milk and fat) is defined so that one serving of each food contains the same amount of carbohydrate, protein, fat and energy (calories).
Many vegetables are considered "free" foods, including cele ...
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