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FOODPICKER: About
FOODPICKER is a program designed to help people with diabetes make better food choices.
We embrace the guidelines put forth by the American Diabetes Association as well as the American Dietetic & American Heart Associations.
This website is completely free and brought to you by volunteers in the health care field.
How it Works:
Select a food from 1 of 31 categories on the left hand side of the website. FOODPICKER will give a recommendation of "More Often," "In Moderation," or "Less Often"
regarding each food. It will also provide a nutrition analysis and offer some tips regarding preparation, healthier alternatives, and calorie expenditure.
Diabetes Q&A:
Several diabetes professionals have volunteered their time answering questions received through this website. Visit the Contributors link to learn more about
these professionals or feel free to use the contact us link (above) to submit a question.
Rating System:
 Green means, "More Often" regarding a food selection.
 Yellow indicates, "In Moderation" regarding a particular food.
 Red means, "Less Often" regarding a selection.
 Blue is unbiased and serves as a helpful guide.
History:
FOODPICKER was created several years ago by Christine Carlson, Registered Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator.
Christine got the idea after her dad was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
Christine's grandfather also had diabetes. Research indicates family history of diabetes increases risk.
"Because of my family history with diabetes, I have a vested interest in the treatment and prevention of the disorder."
Christine Carlson, MS, RD, BC-ADM, CDE
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