Question 1

How much does 1 gram of sugar raise your blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

1 gram of pure glucose will raise your blood sugar about 5 mg/dl, although it may vary with person's weight, Diabetes status and current blood sugar level.

Question 2

What are the best greens for a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

All green leafy vegetables are best for Diabetic as they are low calorie with high fiber and good source of protein.

Question 3

What are the key foods to avoid to prevent diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Foods to avoid include fried foods and other foods high in saturated fat/ trans fat, foods high in salt, sweets such as baked goods/ candy/ ice cream, beverages with added sugars such as juice/soda/sports or energy drinks.

Question 4

Should I be so worried about being a type 1 diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Over time, type 1 diabetes complications can affect major organs in your body, including heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys. Maintaining a normal blood sugar level can dramatically reduce the risk of many complications. Eventually, diabetes complications may be disabling or even life-threatening.

Question 5

What are gestational diabetes and its solutions?

Accepted Answer

Gestational diabetes is diabetes diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy. It can can be managed with diet, life style modifications and medications to lower blood sugar level.

Question 6

How does baking soda help a type 2 diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Effects of baking soda in terms of Diabetes are restricted to it's usage in an emergency called Diabetic ketoacidosis and fungal infection called Mucormycosis in Diabetic patients. Both of which are to be studied in more detailed pattern to ascertain the effect.

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