Diabetes Nutrition and Diet 3

Question 1

What is the recommended daily sodium intake for adults with diabetes who also have hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Less than 1,500 mg

Answer

The ADA recommends limiting sodium to less than 1,500 mg per day for people with diabetes and hypertension to protect cardiovascular health.

Question 2

Which meal timing strategy is specifically supported by research to improve insulin sensitivity?

Accepted Answer

Front-loading calories earlier in the day

Answer

Research shows that eating more calories earlier in the day aligns with natural circadian insulin rhythms and improves overall blood glucose control.

Question 3

Which fruit has the HIGHEST glycemic index and should be consumed cautiously by people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Watermelon

Answer

Watermelon has a high glycemic index of approximately 76, meaning it raises blood glucose more rapidly than most other fruits.

Question 4

Resistant starch, found in cooled cooked potatoes and rice, benefits people with diabetes because it:

Accepted Answer

Acts like dietary fiber and slows glucose release

Answer

Resistant starch resists digestion in the small intestine, acting like fiber to slow glucose absorption and improve gut health.

Question 5

Which dietary pattern has been shown to put Type 2 diabetes into remission in some patients?

Accepted Answer

Very low calorie diet (800 kcal/day)

Answer

Studies like the DiRECT trial demonstrated that a very low calorie diet of approximately 800 kcal/day can achieve diabetes remission through significant weight loss.

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Diabetes Nutrition and Diet 3