Appetite Chapter 12
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Which racial/ethnic group has the highest percentage of adults with diabetes compared to non-Hispanic whites?

  • Asians
  • Native Americans/ Alaska natives (correct)
  • Hispanics
  • Non-Hispanic blacks

    • What are some of the long-term effects of diabetes?

  • Comas
  • Blindness and nerve damage
  • Kidney disease and amputation
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is the most common type of diabetes?

  • Gestational diabetes
  • Type 1 diabetes
  • Type 2 diabetes (correct)
  • Insulin resistance

    • Which of the following statements about diabetes is true?

    <p>Diabetes is caused by the body not reacting to the insulin produced by the pancreas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated number of diabetics in India?

    <p>35 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of insulin in the metabolism of blood sugar?

    <p>Insulin ensures that sugar can be used by the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current prevalence of diabetes in the United States?

    <p>25.8 million people (8.3% of the total population)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the thrifty gene hypothesis, having a quick, large insulin response was advantageous in environments where food was often scarce.

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

    What is the role of insulin in the storage of food as fat?

    <p>Insulin facilitates the storage of food as fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do people with genes inclined towards diabetes have a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes when food is plentiful?

    <p>Their bodies are resistant to insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one observable behavior that can help diagnose diabetes?

    <p>Frequent urination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor linked to the development of Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Being physically fit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between insulin and body fat?

    <p>Increased body fat leads to increased insulin production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of exercise on the development of Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Exercise reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likelihood of developing Type 2 diabetes if one identical twin has it?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is strongly associated with the development of Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Exercise habits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the high incidence of Type 2 diabetes in the United States and many other countries?

    <p>High consumption of high glycemic index foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for medical professionals to address Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Work closely with susceptible populations for both treatment and prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following foods is likely to increase blood sugar levels quickly?

    <p>Chocolate cake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to help control blood sugar levels for diabetics?

    <p>Increasing fiber intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the next alternative for controlling diabetes when weight loss, exercise, and dietary changes are insufficient?

    <p>Taking oral medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of insulin injections for Type 2 diabetics?

    <p>To control blood sugar levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the cognitive functions of diabetics?

    <p>Diabetics' cognitive functions are compromised by the disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of diabetes?

    <p>Increased risk of cognitive decline.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the first recommendations for Type 2 diabetics?

    <p>Exercise regularly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the experiment with middle-aged men show about aerobic exercise?

    <p>It increased their insulin sensitivity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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