Diet, exercise and disease Flashcards
1
Q
What can obesity lead to?
A
type 2 diabetes, high BP, and heart disease
2
Q
Benefits of exercising?
A
Bigger muscles, fitter hearts and bigger lungs. Less likely to develop CVD
3
Q
What is type 2 diabetes?
A
Either your body doesn’t make enough insulin to control your blood sugar levels or cells stop responding to insulin
4
Q
What can type 2 diabetes lead to?
A
Problems with circulation, kidney function, eyesight, which may lead to death
5
Q
What are the risk factors for type two diabetes?
A
Getting older, your genes, being obese, and not exercising at any age
6
Q
Can you restore your normal blood glucose balance?
A
Yes, by eating a balanced diet, losing weight and doing regular exercise
