Counting Carbs
WHICH OF THESE IS A CARBOHYDRATE?
BREAD
BUTTER
CHICKEN
CAULIFLOWER
Bread
WHAT ROLE DOES PROTEIN PLAY IN OUR BODIES?
Builds Muscles
Repairs Tissue and Wounds
TRUE OR FALSE: FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Can frozen and canned vegetables be just as nutritious as fresh?
TRUE
Why?
HOW CAN EXERCISE HELP?
Keeps blood glucoses on target
Reduces risk of heart disease and stroke
Maintains and reaches a healthy weight
All of the above
All the above
What is the ADA recommended guidelines for a fasting or before meals blood glucose?
80-130 mg/dL
HOW MANY GRAMS ARE IN 1 CHARBOHYDRATE SERVING?
15 grams
WHAT ROLE DOES FAT PLAY IN OUR BODIES?
Absorbs certain vitamins/minerals
Brain Function
Heart Health
TRUE OR FALSE:
MAKING A RESERVATION/CHECKING THE WAIT TIME CAN HELP WITH PORTION CONTROL AT THE MEAL.
True
WHAT IS A HEALTHY WEEKLY WEIGHT LOSS GOAL?
1-2 pounds per week
3-5 pounds per week
9-10 pounds per week
1-2 pounds per week
What is the ADA recommended guidelines for a 2 hour after meals blood glucose?
<180 mg/dL
WHAT 2 THINGS ARE CONSIDERED THE MOST IMPORTANT ON THE NUTRITION FACTS LABEL IN REGARDS TO DIABETES?
Serving Size
Total Carbohydrates
WHAT ROLE DO CARBS PLAY IN OUR BODIES?
Provide “fuel” –energy- our bodies must have carbs-portion control is key
WHEN GOING OUT TO EAT, WHICH OF THESE TIPS IS LEAST HELPFUL FOR DIABETES?
A. Looking for the symbols that promote healthy choices
B. Share/Split an Entrée
C. Ask for items that say jumbo, deluxe, or supersized
D. Ask for the take home container when you get your meal
Ask for items that say jumbo, deluxe, or supersized
TRUE OR FALSE:
A SUPPORT SYSTEM IS HELPFUL FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND/OR DIABETES MANAGEMENT.
True
Give examples of a support system.
TRUE OR FALSE:
YOU SHOULD CONSUME FOOD WHEN YOU DRINK ALCOHOL.
True!
This can prevent LOW BLOOD SUGAR
WHICH OF THESE IS 1 CARB SERVING/15G OF CARB?
1/4 of a large baked potato
1 banana
1/2 cup of rice
2 cups of popcorn, popped
1/4 of a large baked potato
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF FIBER?
Lowers cholesterol
Helps with feeling more satisfied after meals
Keeps blood sugar on target
Keeps bowel movements regular
HOW CAN YOU REDUCE SATURATED FAT INTAKE WHEN CONSUMING MEAT/PROTEIN?
Purchase skinless cuts
Choose leaner cuts and percentages
Avoid or limit marbling
TRUE OR FALSE:
DIETS FOR WEIGHT LOSS SHOULD CONSIST OF AN ELIMINATION OR A MAJOR REDUCTION IN A MACRONUTRIENT (CARBS, PROTEIN, OR FAT).
False
We should not follow "diets" for weight loss.
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING WITH YOU WHEN TRAVELING OR ON THE GO?
(IN REGARDS TO DIABETES)
- Glucometer and Supplies
- Snacks
- Insulin/Medication
WHICH MEAL HAS MORE THAN 3 CARB SERVINGS (45g)?
1 chicken breast,½ cup green beans, 1 cup of brown rice
1 ham and cheese sandwich (2 slices white bread), 1 small apple, 1 cup of carrots with ranch dressing
2 eggs scrambled, 2 4" pancakes with 2 tablespoons of light syrup
1 ½ cup spaghetti & meatballs, 1 roll (2 ½ inches), garden salad with Italian dressing
1 ½ cup spaghetti & meatballs, 1 roll (2 ½ inches), garden salad with Italian dressing
According to the plate method, what food group should half of your plate contain?
Non-starchy vegetables!
(Can you name 3?)
CAN SUGAR FREE PRODUCTS AFFECT BLOOD SUGAR?
Yes
In what ways?
WHICH OF THESE SWEETENERS MAY AFFECT BLOOD SUGAR?
Honey
Splenda
Stevia/Truvia
D. Sweet N’ Low
Honey
TRUE OR FALSE:
THERE IS NO CURE FOR DIABETES.
True
Controlled, Not Cured