Nutrition
This type of fat is found in dairy foods and meats
Saturated
This is the goal for A1C
<7%
Oral medications that release sugar in the urine
SGLT-2 inhibitors
To reduce complications, control A1c, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol
ABC's of diabetes
Sign glucose may be above target
thirsty, blurry vision,
Meats, fish, nuts, lentils, tofu eggs are _____ foods
Protein
Goal for my HDL cholesterol
More than 40
These diabetes pills tell my pancreas to make more insulin
Sulfonylureas
the most common complication of diabetes
Heart Disease
this hormone moves glucose from the blood into the cells
Insulin
Fruits, breads, cereals, milk, potatoes are
carbohydrates
I need to get this shot every year
Flu
This diabetes pill tells my liver to make less sugar
Glucophage
This term describes diabetes eye disease
Retinopathy
Urine test that shows how well your kidneys are working
Microalbumin/GFR
Oils, butter, margarine, mayonnaise are
Fats
I need to get my urine tested yearly for
GFR Microalbumin
Injections that can lower glucose and weight
GLP- RAs
A blood test that measures 3 months of blood glucose levels
A1C
Signs blood sugars may be too low
Shakey, sweaty, hangry
A serving Size of rice is
1/3
I need to see my _____at least 2xs a yr to keep teeth and gums healthy
Dentist
All meters have this on the back to help you with meter questions
800 number
physical activity ______ blood glucose levels
Lowers
Over time, elevated blood sugar levels___blood vessels
Damage