Mrs Barclay Has Type 2 Diabetes and You Are Preparing

Mrs. Barclay has type 2 diabetes and you are preparing her for discharge. She tells you that she loves red beans and rice and knows that she must eliminate them from her diet because they will elevate her blood glucose level. You should explain to her that ____.

A) on a carbohydrate-counting meal plan, these foods in recommended portion sizes can fit within her carbohydrate allowance at meals
B) red beans are eliminated because they are high in complex carbohydrates
C) red beans are high in water-soluble fiber and should be avoided
D) peas are a better choice than red beans