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Food in Bread Units


Which food is calculated in Bread Units (BE)?

 
To be calculated in BE Not to be calculated in BE
Corn and corn products (bread, flour,..) Vegetables and salads
Side dishes like rice, noodles, potatoes, dumplings,.. Butter, margarine, oils
(use only in small amounts)
Fruits, products made of fruits mushrooms
Fruit and vegetable juices nuts
Liquid milk products like milk, yoghourt, ... fish
Sweet corn Meat, sausages (care for fat!)
Hidden sugar cheese
Sugar supplements eggs
Sweets for diabetics (see label);  Note: many sweets for diabetics are rich in energy and fat
Artificial sweeteners
legumes



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