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What is essential for the effective treatment of type 2 diabetes, in addition to natural remedies?
What is essential for the effective treatment of type 2 diabetes, in addition to natural remedies?
- Use of dietary supplements
- Regular physical activity
- Diet and lifestyle changes (correct)
- Patient's preference for treatment
What determines whether a type 2 diabetic requires drug or insulin treatment?
What determines whether a type 2 diabetic requires drug or insulin treatment?
- The patient's age and gender
- The severity of diabetic symptoms
- The presence of other health conditions
- The adequacy of pancreatic insulin production (correct)
Which treatment is primarily emphasized for managing blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes?
Which treatment is primarily emphasized for managing blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes?
- Oral drugs
- Lifestyle interventions (correct)
- Natural medicines alone
- Surgery
What may some individuals with type 2 diabetes ultimately require for adequate control of their condition?
What may some individuals with type 2 diabetes ultimately require for adequate control of their condition?
Why is it important to integrate diet and lifestyle changes in diabetes treatment?
Why is it important to integrate diet and lifestyle changes in diabetes treatment?
Flashcards
Type 2 Diabetes Cause
Type 2 Diabetes Cause
Type 2 diabetes is often caused by long-term metabolic issues.
Type 2 Diabetes Management
Type 2 Diabetes Management
A combination of diet, lifestyle changes, and natural remedies is important for managing type 2 diabetes.
C-peptide Level
C-peptide Level
C-peptide levels show how well the pancreas is producing insulin.
Blood Sugar Control
Blood Sugar Control
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Primary Importance of Diet & Lifestyle
Primary Importance of Diet & Lifestyle
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Study Notes
Key Points About Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
- Diet and lifestyle are crucial in managing type 2 diabetes, as it often results from long-term metabolic issues.
- Natural remedies can significantly impact blood sugar control but are not the sole treatment.
- Effective type 2 diabetes management involves a combination of natural remedies, diet, lifestyle changes, and potentially conventional treatments (oral drugs or insulin).
- Adequacy of pancreatic insulin production (measured by C-peptide levels) and response to diet/lifestyle changes determine the need for medication.
- Blood sugar control is the primary indicator for medication necessity.
- Even with medication, diet and lifestyle remain paramount.
- Discussion of insulin/oral drug use is covered later.
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