Journal Article
Which intervention proved to be most beneficial on glycemic control?
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
T2D is classified as which type of disorder
Metabolic
What is insulin's role in the body?
Decrease blood sugar levels/Move glucose from blood into the cells
Name 3 signs or symptoms of T2D
Signs: Increased thirst and urination, Excessive fatigue, Wounds that heal more slowly, Dizziness, headache and/or fainting, Tingling sensations in hands and feet, Blurry vision,Gum problems, Dry mouth,
Symptoms: Constant urination, Feeling of thirst, Weight loss, Hunger, Numb hands and feet, Fatigue, Sores
What was the population sample size?
15
In Canada what percentage of cases are type 2 diabetes?
About 90%
Where is insulin secreted from? Name the cells and organ
Beta cells & pancreas
Name 2 lifestyle factors that help prevent diabetes
good diet/nutrition, physical activity, no smoking, limited drinking
What was the importance of having a recovery period for the participants in the study?
Prevent hypoglycemia
What is the most common test to diagnose T2D?
Hemoglobin A1C or HbA1C
True or False - When someone has T2D, their body does not produce insulin?
False
Name 3 age-related risk factors that make a person more susceptible to developing T2D?
Decreased PA, Increased adiposity, medications, pre-existing health conditions (eg. hypertension), skeletal muscle aging process
Which oral antidiabetic drugs were the participants taking?
Metformin + Gliptins (Sitagliptin & Vildagliptin)
According to Statistics Canada, which age group has the highest prevalence of diabetes cases?
65 years and over
Dangerously low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) can lead to a ____ ?
Coma
This term describes diabetes kidney disease
Nephropathy