Carbohydrates, Diabetes and Health

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Consuming certain carbohydrates, particularly simple sugars, can contribute to tooth decay if good dental hygiene practices are not followed.

That consuming sugary foods causes depression and hyperactive behavior, and is addictive.

<p>To lose weight, as they believe carbohydrates contribute to excess body fat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a serious health problem associated with poorly controlled diabetes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Including fiber-rich foods in one's diet has significant health benefits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, while milk allergy is an immune system reaction to milk proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metabolic syndrome is a condition characterized by a group of risk factors that increase the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes; it can be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and engaging in regular physical activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When their intake of food energy from macronutrients and nonnutrient alcohol exceeds their output of energy for various physiological needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The body converts some of the glucose into fat, but much of the excess is 'burned' as a biological fuel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because starches and sugars are often combined with hidden fats in processed foods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fats supply 9 kcal/g compared to only 4 kcal/g of carbohydrates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They tend to be energy dense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because the sweet taste of sugar masks the bland taste of fat, making foods taste rich and creamy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consumption of added sugars and overall calorie intake.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2485 kcal/day for adult males and 1849 kcal/day for adult females.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dopamine, a chemical messenger associated with pleasurable sensations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No, there is no scientific evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sugar-sweetened beverages</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>30 to 40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cirrhosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>About 5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fatty liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 to 12%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Less than 10% of total calories</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They do not reduce their consumption of solid foods enough to avoid gaining weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Weight gain, abnormal blood lipid levels, and fatty liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hyperglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>70 to 99 mg/dl</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Insufficient insulin production and insulin resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excessive thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, and poor wound healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>34.2 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>88 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chronic inflammation and the inflammatory response from the coronavirus infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced insulin production and abnormal glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Seventh</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The immune system cells attack and destroy many of the beta cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are physically inactive, have excess body fat, and are genetically related to a close family member with type 2 diabetes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ketoacidosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because it may trigger an autoimmune response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The target cells are insulin-resistant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because diabetes and COVID-19 can interact to make glucose levels difficult to manage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent ketoacidosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Serious health problems for the mother and the developing offspring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because the immune system has destroyed the beta cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has reached epidemic proportions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first 8 weeks, and the risk is birth defects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>About 9%, usually after the fifth month of pregnancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The fetus gains weight rapidly, may be abnormally heavy at birth, and can cause complications during delivery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>About 40 weeks, and risks include miscarriages, stillbirths, and premature deliveries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To detect gestational diabetes, and treatment includes a special diet, regular physical activity, and possibly insulin injections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To avoid or delay serious health complications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) testing, and the target level is below 7%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can minimize this risk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To minimize risks to both themselves and their fetuses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The fetus may be abnormally heavy, and this can cause complications during delivery.</p> Signup and view all the answers