The Greeks, prior to Plato, had a culture (the way a people learn to think, feel and act from the previous generation) that was transmitted orally. Few could read or write. There was little material to write upon.
Carb grams/day range*: 180â308 grams. Carb grams/meal range (3 meals per day): 60â103 grams. *Based on 45%â65% of calories from carbohydrate. Note: Women who are under 65 years of age, moderate to large in stature, at a healthy weight, and get a lot of exercise may need more calories and grams of carbohydrate.
The right number of carbohydrates for a diabetic depends on his daily caloric intake, states Healthline, as a diabetic should get no more than 65 percent of his daily calories from carbohydrates. Someone following a 2,200-calorie-per-day diet should not eat more than 1,430 calories from carbohydrates, for example. Because diabetics have an increased risk for heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, they must also limit their intake of sodium and saturated fat. Learn more about Nutrition & Diets