Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
which type of diabetes is preventable?
A
type 2
2
Q
which types of diabetes could be controlled by lifestyle factors only?
A
gestational
type 2
3
Q
what are the main nutritional considerations in T1DM?
A
consistency & timing of meals & carbs
timing of insulin
monitoring blood glucose regularly
4
Q
what are the main nutritional considerations in T2DM>
A
weight loss
smaller meals & snacks
physical activity
monitoring blood glucose & medication
5
Q
what is the glycaemic index?
A
rank of rate at which food makes blood glucose rise
6
Q
in which type of diabetes is hypoglycaemia & DKA of particular concern?
A
T1DM
