Diabetes

Question 1

What is the definition of diabetes?

Answer 1

A metabolic disorder of multiple aetiology characterised by chronic hyperglycaemia with disturbances of carbs, fats and protein metabolism resulting from defects in insulin cation or both

Question 2

What are the risk factors of T2DM?

Answer 2

Obesity
Ethnicity
Females
Low physical activity

Question 3

What did the SACN report in 2021 for diabetes? What will it improve?

Answer 3

That adults living with T2DM, overweight or obesity should try a lower carb diet as a short-term option. It will improve glycemic control and serum triglycerides concentration.

Question 4

What are some dietary managements to prevent T2DM?

Answer 4

Decreased saturated fats
Carbohydrates low in free sugar and high in fibre like fruit and vegetables, whole grains and legumes.

Question 5

What is glycemic control?

Answer 5

Maintain blood glucose levels as near to normal as possible

Question 6

What is the definition of type 2 diabetes?

Answer 6

Chronic condition where the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough to maintain blood glucose levels