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What impact does excess belly fat have on the risk of type 2 diabetes?
What impact does excess belly fat have on the risk of type 2 diabetes?
- It has no effect on the risk of type 2 diabetes
- It increases the risk of type 2 diabetes (correct)
- It decreases the risk of type 2 diabetes
- It improves insulin sensitivity
Why do some people require insulin for diabetes?
Why do some people require insulin for diabetes?
- Because they have strong muscles
- Because they are not physically active
- Due to a high intake of fruits and vegetables
- As their pancreas is destroyed (correct)
How do athletic individuals with strong muscles handle sugar better?
How do athletic individuals with strong muscles handle sugar better?
- By avoiding all carbohydrates
- By consuming more junk food
- By having a slower metabolism
- Through improved insulin sensitivity (correct)
Why is white sugar considered worse than brown sugar in the body?
Why is white sugar considered worse than brown sugar in the body?
What is a common misconception about exercise for people with diabetes?
What is a common misconception about exercise for people with diabetes?
What role does insulin resistance play in the development of type 2 diabetes?
What role does insulin resistance play in the development of type 2 diabetes?
What is the role of a Diabetes Educator?
What is the role of a Diabetes Educator?
Which statement about Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes is accurate?
Which statement about Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes is accurate?
What effect can alcohol consumption have on individuals with diabetes who are on insulin?
What effect can alcohol consumption have on individuals with diabetes who are on insulin?
How do blood sugar levels relate to depression and anxiety?
How do blood sugar levels relate to depression and anxiety?
What impact does excess abdominal fat have on diabetes risk?
What impact does excess abdominal fat have on diabetes risk?
How does metabolic syndrome relate to diabetes?
How does metabolic syndrome relate to diabetes?
What is the recommended moderate consumption of alcohol for people with diabetes?
What is the recommended moderate consumption of alcohol for people with diabetes?
Which type of fat is associated with an increased risk of insulin resistance?
Which type of fat is associated with an increased risk of insulin resistance?
What type of exercise is recommended for obese people with diabetes?
What type of exercise is recommended for obese people with diabetes?
Why is stretching important for people with diabetes?
Why is stretching important for people with diabetes?
What is the relationship between diabetes and fatty liver?
What is the relationship between diabetes and fatty liver?
Which statement about belly fat and fat in arms or legs is correct?
Which statement about belly fat and fat in arms or legs is correct?
Which of the following statements best describes the long-term commitment to diabetes care?
Which of the following statements best describes the long-term commitment to diabetes care?
Which of the following statements best describes type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following statements best describes type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following statements best describes type 1 diabetes?
Which of the following statements best describes type 1 diabetes?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between diabetes medications and blood sugar levels?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between diabetes medications and blood sugar levels?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of obesity in diabetes?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of obesity in diabetes?
Which of the following statements best describes the importance of weight loss in diabetes management?
Which of the following statements best describes the importance of weight loss in diabetes management?
What is the glycemic index primarily used to measure?
What is the glycemic index primarily used to measure?
Which statement best describes the relationship between carbohydrates and diabetes?
Which statement best describes the relationship between carbohydrates and diabetes?
What is the relationship between obesity and diabetes?
What is the relationship between obesity and diabetes?
What is the effect of exercise on blood sugar levels in people with diabetes?
What is the effect of exercise on blood sugar levels in people with diabetes?
What is the relationship between alcohol and diabetes?
What is the relationship between alcohol and diabetes?
