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Diabetes and Nutrition

The nutritional needs of a child with diabetes are no different than a child without diabetes.  All children need a healthy diet which includes a variety of foods from each food group to stay healthy. 

Insulin is needed for the body to use the carbohydrates in food for energy.  In type 1 diabetes the body is no longer able to make insulin therefore insulin must be given. The amount of insulin must be matched with the amount of carbohydrate eaten.

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Last Updated: 05/2009