JT has type 1 diabetes and tells you they are avoiding carbs and trying to eat less than 30gms of carbs daily. JT is 76 years old, with an A1C of 6.6% and a BMI of 22.
What is the best response?
- Suggest JT try to eat a minimum of 30- 45 gms of carb per meal.
- Gently suggest to JT that they might have disordered eating.
- Explore JT’s reasons for avoiding carbs.
- Provide a review of carb portions and refer JT to an RD/RDN.
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