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What is identified as a key therapeutic area in the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
What is identified as a key therapeutic area in the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
- Exercise regimes
- Medication adherence
- Psychological support
- Diet (correct)
Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of diet in type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of diet in type 2 diabetes?
- Only dietary supplements are necessary for treating type 2 diabetes.
- Diet can often be an effective sole factor in treating and reversing type 2 diabetes. (correct)
- Diet is less important than medication in managing type 2 diabetes.
- Diet alone is usually ineffective and should not be considered as a treatment.
In addition to diet, what other factors are emphasized in the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
In addition to diet, what other factors are emphasized in the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
- Lifestyle and supplements. (correct)
- Strict calorie counting alone.
- Surgery as the first option.
- Only medication is necessary.
Which complications related to diabetes can diet help reduce?
Which complications related to diabetes can diet help reduce?
What is the significance of clinical trials mentioned in relation to diet for diabetes?
What is the significance of clinical trials mentioned in relation to diet for diabetes?
Flashcards
Diet-only intervention for type 2 diabetes
Diet-only intervention for type 2 diabetes
A diet that can be effective for managing and reversing type 2 diabetes without other interventions, such as medication.
Diabetes-specific diet
Diabetes-specific diet
A dietary approach that emphasizes the role of food in reducing the risk and complications of diabetes, including high cholesterol, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
Lifestyle interventions for diabetes
Lifestyle interventions for diabetes
A type of diabetes management strategy that focuses on changing lifestyle habits, including diet and exercise.
Supplements for diabetes management
Supplements for diabetes management
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Scientific evidence for diabetes-specific diets
Scientific evidence for diabetes-specific diets
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Study Notes
Diet in Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
- Diet is crucial for treating and potentially reversing type 2 diabetes.
- Diet is often the starting point for management, alongside lifestyle and supplements.
- Clinical trials show a scientifically proven link between dietary changes and improved blood glucose levels.
- Diet can address additional diabetes-related issues like high cholesterol, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
- Diet recommendation is highlighted as a key initial and crucial step in managing type 2 diabetes.
Specific Diets (opinions not explicitly stated)
- No specific diets are named in the text. The provided text only focuses on the importance of diet.
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