Diabetes Management and Nutrition Quiz

The process of breaking down food into smaller molecules and atoms in the mouth and gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

The movement of molecules and atoms from the GI tract into the bloodstream.

The process of transporting nutrients throughout the body.

The chemical reactions that occur in the body to break down and use nutrients for energy and growth.

The elimination of waste products from the body.

The condition of having low blood sugar (glucose) levels.

A specific type of hypoglycemia that occurs in people with diabetes, often caused by taking too much insulin or oral diabetes medication.

Taking too much insulin or diabetes medication, not eating enough, skipping meals, increasing exercise without adjusting medications, drinking alcohol.

An irregular heartbeat, fatigue, pale skin, shakiness, anxiety, sweating, hunger, irritability, tingling or numbness in the lips, tongue, or cheek.

Confusion, abnormal behavior, inability to complete tasks, blurred vision, seizures.

Eating regular meals and snacks to keep blood sugar levels stable. Adjusting insulin or medication as needed based on blood sugar levels.

A specialized eating strategy designed to address specific health conditions.

Providing the right nutrients at the right time in the right form and quantity to meet the needs of the body.

Insulin binds to a specific protein on liver, muscle, and adipose tissue, triggering a chain reaction that allows glucose to enter cells.

The process of insulin binding to its receptor initiates a series of events that ultimately lead to glucose entering cells.

A protein responsible for transporting glucose across cell membranes, its levels increase when insulin binds to its receptor.

Glucagon, a hormone produced by the pancreas, binds to its receptor on liver cells, triggering the breakdown of glycogen into glucose.

The binding of glucagon to its receptor on liver cells initiates a chain reaction that releases stored glucose into the bloodstream.

The balance between insulin and glucagon regulates blood glucose levels, with insulin promoting glucose uptake and glucagon promoting glucose release.

The process by which the body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose.

After eating, blood glucose levels rise, stimulating insulin release to help glucose enter cells and lower blood sugar.

Insulin signals the liver to store excess glucose as glycogen for later use.

Insulin promotes the production of fat (lipids) and prevents the breakdown of fat into energy (ketones).

Insulin promotes protein synthesis, building up tissues and muscles.

The body's ability to maintain a stable blood sugar level within a healthy range.

Addison's disease is a rare condition where the adrenal glands don't produce enough cortisol and often aldosterone.

The process where the adrenal glands, pituitary gland, and hypothalamus interact to regulate cortisol levels.

Low sodium levels in the blood due to decreased cortisol production.

A condition characterized by low levels of aldosterone, a hormone that regulates blood pressure and electrolyte balance, which leads to high levels of potassium in the blood.

A hormonal imbalance where low cortisol levels trigger the body to produce excessive amounts of adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH), which is responsible for stimulating cortisol production.

A life-threatening condition caused by severe adrenal insufficiency, characterized by low blood sugar, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and cardiovascular collapse.

The failure of the body's natural mechanisms to maintain normal blood sugar levels during a hypoglycemic event.

A diet plan focusing on reducing the amount of phosphorus in your meals, often recommended for people with certain kidney conditions, as phosphorus builds up in the blood when kidneys don't function well.

Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) is a type of cholesterol that is often called 'bad cholesterol' because it contributes to the buildup of plaque in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease.

The TLC diet is a therapeutic lifestyle change that focuses on diet and exercise to manage metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

A diet focused on lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol and reducing saturated fat intake, which is the type of fat predominantly found in animal products and some vegetable oils.

Plant proteins, like beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds, are an important part of a balanced diet and can be excellent sources of protein without the high amounts of saturated fat found in some animal proteins.