Food Carb Counter
Find the carbohydrate content of foods and calculate your meal's carb count accurately for better diabetes management
Medical Disclaimer
These carbohydrate values are approximations. Do not use these values as your sole reference for insulin dosing or medical decisions.
Find Food Carb Content
Enter your food or meal in the search box above and click "Analyze"
Search Examples:
- • "rice with vegetables"
- • "apple and banana"
- • "chicken curry with rice"
- • "chapati mbili na maharagwe ya nazi"(understands Kiswahili!)
Measurement Guide:
1 cup ≈ 250ml (liquids) or 250g (solids)
How to Use This Tool
Get the most out of the carb counter with these tips
Type your search
Enter the name of food(s) and click "Analyze" to see carb content
Describe full meals
Try "rice with vegetables and chicken" for complete meal analysis
Portion guide
Standard portions: 1 cup ≈ 250ml (liquids) or 250g (solids)
Why Carb Counting Matters
Carbohydrates have the biggest impact on blood glucose levels. Accurate carb counting helps you calculate insulin doses, predict glucose responses, and achieve better diabetes control.
Common Foods Quick Reference
Kenyan Staples
- Ugali (1 cup): 52g carbs
- Chapati (1 medium): 30g carbs
- White rice (1 cup cooked): 45g carbs
- Banana (1 medium): 27g carbs
General Foods
- Bread (1 slice): 15g carbs
- Apple (1 medium): 25g carbs
- Potato (1 medium): 37g carbs
- Milk (1 cup): 12g carbs
Carb Counting Tips
- Use total carbohydrates for insulin dosing, not "net carbs"
- 1 cup = 250ml (liquids) or 250g (solids)
- Keep records of foods that work well for your control
- Different carbs absorb at different rates