I know which is very aggravating.
Anyone have a good guestimate? I have read to count 15 carbs for every ounce of baked good. Has anyone used this and had good #'s?
Agreed, it is aggravating. I've never understood why Disney can't/won't provide such information.
However, having gone many times now, I suspect I know part of the problem. Unlike McDonalds, we stay on Disney property long after eating. And Disney can be a very active, excitable place - and action/adreneline/heat and other factors can impact blood sugar numbers just as much as a carb count.
So no offense, but it isn't going to help much if 15 carbs/oz translated to controlled blood sugar numbers for someone else, as that may not work for you. There are just too many other factors involved. But, you do need SOMEWHERE to start; some idea of an approximate carb count so you can give some insulin.
So here's what we do:
1. Peek at
http://allears.net/pl/diabetes.htm where there is great info AND a few Disney carb counts.
2. Carry around a copy of the
Calorie King book: It has carb counts for LOTS of things and typically you can find something very close to what Disney has served you. You can usually find this book at a pharmacy or
Walmart - it is quite common.
3. Check sugar levels ALOT throughout the day. As I mentioned, heat and excitement and excercise will all impact the numbers - so simply keep on top of things with constant adjustments. Hopefully you have a pump, which makes insulin delivery while standing in line a cinch. If not, you may wish to be discreet with the syringe, but I wouldn't worry about it too much. We usually check with every "waiting" situation, either in line for a ride or before a show.
4. Ask. We'd always "play dumb" and ask anyway, and sometimes we got some helpful numbers. Like we'd get to see the loaf of bread bag if she had a sandwich. The CMs really do want to help and will as much as they are able.
5. I hate to say this - but find some basic foods that they like, are served in many places and for which you can get a decent estimate. For instance, chicken nuggets. Kids don't seem to mind eating the same thing over and over, at least not as much as adults- and this can help minimize the variance.
Good luck, and know that if something goes wrong, there's no better place for it to go wrong than WDW.
