This article reviews the three categories of fat replacers and characteristics of the individual products. Most importantly, this update provides strategies for staying abreast of current and future foods, and stimulates considerations for diabetes educators when advising clients about fat-modified foods. Creative techniques and tools also are presented for educating clients about these foods.
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