Supplementation for insulin Flashcards
1
Q
What is diabetes?
A
Low insulin production, or an inability of cells to take up insulin
2
Q
What causes diabetes?
A
The failure of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas to work properly
3
Q
What are the symptoms of diabetes?
5 points
A
High glucose concentration in the blood and urine
The production of large amounts of urine
Severe thirst
Loss of weight
Tiredness
4
Q
How is diabetes controlled?
5 points
A
Regular injections of insulin or the use of an insulin pump
The controlled intake of carbohydrates
Increased physical activity
Maintaining of a healthy weight
Frequent checking of blood glucose levels
5
Q
Why can insulin not be taken into the digestive system?
A
Insulin is a protein and would be broken down by digestive enzymes
