Diabetes Basics
What is high blood sugar called?
diabetes
Which is the healthier alternative: whole grain or white bread?
Whole grain bread
Can exercise help avoid diabetes?
Yes!!
What is another name for glucose?
sugar
What form of diabetes is dependent on lifestyle (diet, exercise)?
Type 2
Can sports drinks (ex: Gatorade) and fruit juice be unhealthy?
Yes, they can have a lot of sugar.
True or False: stress leads to diabetes
True!!! Reduce stress.
Where does insulin bring sugar/glucose?
muscles, fat, and liver
What form of diabetes is caused by our body attacking healthy cells?
Type 2
Order these foods from good to bad (cholesterol): chicken, beef, fish
Fish > chicken > beef
What does it mean to have pre-diabetes?
Glucose level is higher than normal, but lower than a diabetic person
What do we use sugar for in our body?
Energy
What hormone controls the level of sugar in our blood?
Insulin
Canned foods can be made healthier by...
Rinsing the extra liquid off
Smoking increases risk of ... [complication]
Diabetes, stroke, heart attack
Where are the highest rates of diabetes in the U.S?
the Bronx
What is a normal blood sugar range
80-120
What method of food prep reduces fat intake?
Why does diabetes lead to possible foot amputation?
Diabetes can contribute to what type of disease?
heart disease