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What are considered the most effective carbs for a person with type 2 diabetes to eat?

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No: To control diabetes, the best way is to control the total calories based on the body weight. Carbs proportion should be reduced. There is no evidence indicating one kind of carbs better than others.

Answered 9/29/2016

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