27.10 Diabetes and nutrition across the lifespan Flashcards
1
Q
Above what age are 92% of T2DM cases diagnosed?
A
> 40yo
2
Q
What proportion of Indigenous people aged 25 or over had DM/high sugar levels?
A
1/6
3
Q
What does exclusive breastfeeding do to the risk of developing T2DM?
A
Reduces it (also means later onset)
4
Q
When do Australian recommendations suggest solid food introduction? What kind of foods?
A
Around 6 months
Iron-rich first foods
5
Q
What proportion of Australian children are overweight or obese?
A
25%
6
Q
What is introduction of solids
A
Increased body fat or total body weight in childhood and greater weight gain in infancy
