Diabetes
Which type of diabetes in preventable?
Type 2
________ helps to prevent constibation.
fiber
True
Increased urination, increased thirst, and increased appetite are all classic signs of what....?
Diabetes!
The goal of treatment for diabetes is to maintain stable......what?
Blood sugar
Whole-grain bread, potatoes, rice, whole-wheat pasta, dried peas and beans, fruits and vegetables are all excellent sources of ________ carbohydrates
complex carbohydrates!
what is the body's most essential nutrient?
water
True or false: out of control blood sugar levels can cause nerve damage to the feet?
True
It is dangerous/not recommended for a diabetic to use heating pads, heated blankets, or hot water bottles on their feet because.......why?
They can burn themselves without noticing d/t less sensation in feet
What....
Builds and repairs body tissues (including muscles)
Keeps skin, hair, and nails healthy
Helps with body processes
Protein
What percentage of your body is made up of water?
60%
If someone with diabetes is experiencing HYPOglycemia what symptoms would you expect to see? (name 2 examples)
Shakiness
Dizziness
Sweating
Hunger
Irritable or Moody
Anxiety or Nervous
Headache
after checking your blood sugar you get a reading of 200 mg/dL, this would mean you are experiencing.......what?
HYPERglycemia
what are the 5 food groups included on MyPlate?
vegetables, fruit, grain, protein, and dairy
Dark yellow urine, fast heart rate, and thirst are all symptoms of......what?
dehydration
Name one sign or symptom of type 2 diabetes?
Blurry vision
Fatigue/Weakness
Slowly healing wounds
Repeated Infections
Type 2 diabetes develops when the body becomes resistant to ______ or when the pancreas is unable to produce enough _____.
(hint: the blanks are the same word ;)
insulin
Calories from solid fats and added sugars are called ______ calories.
empty
about ____ % of daily water intake comes from food.
20%
progressing symptoms of HYPOglycemia can lead to seizures, unconsciousness, and even ______?
death