Question 1

Does peanut butter lower your blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

Peanut is low glycemic index if it does not contain added sugar or fat. It is high in calories, hence should be taken in moderation.

Question 2

Is the production of insulin through genetic engineering?

Accepted Answer

Yes,most modern drugs like insulin are produced by genetically modified bacteria

Question 3

What is diabetes mellitus? What are the diabetes medications?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose) and is diagnosed when fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more is seen on tests. Treatment is either tablets or insulin to control blood sugar levels along with life style modifications (Diet + exercise)

Question 4

What are the best books for dealing with type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Foods with low GI are best options

Question 5

What is full blown diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.

Question 6

I'm 17. Can I have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

People can develop type 1 diabetes at any age, from early childhood to adulthood, but the average age at diagnosis is 13 years. An estimated 85% of all type 1 diagnoses take place in people aged under 20 years.

Does peanut butter lower your blood sugar?

Does peanut butter lower your blood sugar?

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