Chapter 27: MNT IN Diabetes Mellitus (1)

Question 1

transplanted beta cell infused to the portal vein can attach to the blood vessels and function normally

Answer 1

pancreas transplant

Question 2

treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus require

Answer 2

insulin

Question 3

people with type 2 diabetes can be treated with

Answer 3

oral medication, may also require insulin

Question 4

diabetes - prevention

to prevent t2dm, be physically active for at least _____ mins of regular, moderate-intensity activity on most days; more activity is required for weight control

Answer 4

30 mins

Question 5

diabetes - prevention

eat a healthy diet of between _____ servings of fruits and vegetables a day, and reduce sugar and saturated fats intake

Answer 5

3-5

Question 6

also called “syndrome x,” the insulin resistance syndrome comprises of the same risk factors affecting CVD, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, high TG, low HDL, and insulin resistance

Answer 6

metabolic syndrome

Question 7

compounds that give sweetness w/o contributing significantly to calories and do not cause dental caries

essentially free and at least 30x sweeter than sucrose

Answer 7

alternative sweeteners