This hormone is necessary for the body to be able to use glucose (sugar) for energy.
Insulin
100
True or False: Diabetes is caused by eating too much sugar.
False
100
If you have diabetes, pre-diabetes, or risk factors for diabetes, half of your plate should be filled with _________ for good blood sugar control. (Give the specific food group category)
Nonstarchy vegetables
100
True or False: Getting regular physical activity increases your risk for type 2 diabetes.
False
100
Myth or fact? A diabetes diet consists of a low carb high protein diet.
Myth... there is no such thing as a diabetes diet!
200
True or false: Good blood sugar control can prevent or delay diabetes complications.
True.
200
Having this condition, which is described as having blood sugar that is high, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes, is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
Prediabetes
200
These are found in fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes, dairy products, and starchy foods such as breads.
Carbohydrates
200
How many minutes of physical activity should children and adolescents get each day, as recommended by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)?
60 minutes (1 hour) or more of physical activity each day. (How many of you actually DO this? Time to get started!)
200
Myth or Fact: Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness and lower-limb amputations in the U.S.
Fact
300
Eating ____________ will increase your blood sugar. (Please list the general category, not a specific food.)
Carbohydrates (carbs)
300
Because I belong to one of these ethnic groups, I am at increased risk for developing diabetes. (List 2)
What are American Indian, Alaskan Native, African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, or Pacific Islander
True or False: If you split your physical activity into three 10-minute sessions per day, it is just as beneficial as 30 consecutive minutes.
True
300
Myth or Fact: Once diagnosed with "Pre-diabetes" there is nothing I can do to stop diabetes from developing. If Myth, what can I do?
Myth! People with pre-diabetes can help prevent diabetes by eating healthy, being active, and losing a little bit of weight if needed (7% is the initial goal).
400
True or false: Meal timing has an effect on blood sugar for people with diabetes.
True
400
Name 4 major risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes.
Overweight/obesity, Physical inactivity, Family history of diabetes, Being over the age of 45, Certain ethnic groups, High blood pressure (140/90 or greater), Low HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol: less than or equal to 35mg/dL), History of gestational diabetes or delivery of a baby over 9lbs
400
These are examples of starchy foods that should fill up no more than 1/4 of your plate. (Give 4 examples)
True or False: Orange Juice will raise blood sugar about as quickly as a soda will.
True. Even though it may be from fruit, it has natural and oftentimes added sugar that will raise blood sugar very quickly, just like a soda!
400
Myth or Fact: Inactive individuals are at risk for developing Type 1 diabetes. How does type 1 diabetes develop?
Myth. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune reaction where the body attacks itself and destroys all the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. There are most likely genetic and environmental factors that can cause type 1, but the exact cause is unknown.
500
Please describe Insulin's role in the body.
Insulin is a hormone that helps the sugar leave the blood stream and enter the cells in order to give the body energy.
500
What are 3 negative complications of diabetes that can occur if someone does not keep their blood sugar in good ranges?
Kidney Disease, Heart Attack, Stroke, Amputation, Neuropathy (numbness/tingling in hands and feet), Blindness
500
Please describe "My Plate" (The new MyPyramid)
1/4 protein, 1/4 starches, 1/4 fruits, 1/4 veggies, and a side of dairy
500
If you already have diabetes, what are three healthy habits that can help you maintain your blood sugar levels?
Physical activity, eating regularly, controlling the amount of carbohydrate foods you eat, taking medications and insulin as prescribed.
500
1) What percentage of US Adults currently have diabetes and 2) how many are projected to have diabetes by the year 2050?
As of 2011, 26 million people had diabetes (1 in every 10 people or roughly 11.3 % of the U.S. adult population). 1 in 3 people (or 33%) are projected to have diabetes by the year 2050 if current trends progress.