Dibetets

Question 1

What is type 1 diabetes?

Answer 1

autoimmune destruction of beta-cells, which then causes the liver to make little or no insulin

Question 2

What are some symptoms associated with type 1 diabetes?

Answer 2

-hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)
-thirst
-frequent urination
-weight loss

Question 3

What are some recommendations for type 1 diabetes? or MNT?

Answer 3

-monitor weight
-counting carbohydrates (with insulin intake)
-monitor types of carbohydrates or sugars consumed
-maintain fiber intake
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Question 4

What does the pancreas release to transport glucose to cells?

Answer 4

insulin and glucagon

Question 5

What does A1c test for?

Answer 5

hemoglobin and the blood sugar levels over the past 3 months

Question 6

What is type 2 diabetes?

Answer 6

-impairment in the way the body regulates glucose
-causes too much sugar being in the blood stream
-insulin resistant

Question 7

What diet changes to follow with type 2 diabetes?

Answer 7

-decrease energy/fat intake
-count carbohydrates (15 g per intake)
-low glycemic foods
-decrease sat. fats
-increase exercise
-decrease calories

Question 8

What other diseases are connected to type 2 diabetes?

Answer 8

-PCOS
-dyslipidemia
-hypertension
-obesity