Carb Counting Guide - AVA

💡 Quick Tips

1 serving = 15g carbs (this is the standard "carb choice")
Read nutrition labels - look for "Total Carbohydrates"
Weigh food when possible for accuracy
When in doubt, overestimate rather than underestimate

Breads & Grains (15g carbs per serving)

Food	Serving Size	Carbs (g)
White bread	1 slice	15
Whole wheat bread	1 slice	15
Bagel	1/2 bagel	15
Rice (cooked)	1/3 cup	15
Pasta (cooked)	1/3 cup	15
Cereal (dry)	3/4 cup	15
Oatmeal	1/2 cup	15

Fruits (15g carbs per serving)

Food	Serving Size	Carbs (g)
Apple	1 small	15
Banana	1/2 medium	15
Orange	1 small	15
Grapes	17 small	15
Strawberries	1 1/4 cup	15
Raisins	2 tablespoons	15

Dairy (12g carbs per serving)

Food	Serving Size	Carbs (g)
Milk (2%)	1 cup	12
Yogurt (plain)	1 cup	12
Yogurt (flavored)	1 cup	30-45

Snacks & Treats

Food	Serving Size	Carbs (g)
Cookies	2 small	15
Cake	1/12 of cake	30
Ice cream	1/2 cup	15
Potato chips	15 chips	15
Crackers	6 crackers	15

📝 Notes

This is a general guide. Always check nutrition labels for accurate carb counts. When in doubt, consult with your diabetes team.