Diabetes Quiz

“As genetics and family history play such an important role in a person becoming diabetic, it is quite possible to prevent it. More important than this is the fact that your lifestyle has to change. If you come from a family of diabetics, you know you are at risk, and by taking simple preventive measures like checking obesity, taking the right diet and exercise etc. , diabetes can be prevented or delayed. It is not only life but the quality of life that one s talking about; survival of a healthy being with all his functions intact.”
- Dr. M Viswanathan (from an article in the IndianExpress-1994)



Diabetes Quiz

1. Diabetes is a condition where:

A. Blood glucose is too low
B. Blood glucose is too high
C. The body stops making blood glucose

2. People can have different types of diabetes.

A. True
B. False

3. You can control your blood glucose level if you:

A. Make healthy food choices and are active every day
B. Maintain a healthy weight
C. Take your medicine, if needed
D. Check your blood glucose
E. All of the above

4. People with diabetes can eat sweets and desserts.

A. True
B. False

5. Carbohydrate foods that are rich in fibre are:

A. White bread and white rice
B. Whole grain foods and fresh fruits and vegetables
C. Sweetened fruit drinks
D. Sweets and desserts

6. If you have diabetes, you should:

A. Get 60 minutes of physical activity every day
B. Get 20 minutes of physical activity every week
C. Limit your physical activity
D. Try to walk 10,000 steps a day
E. Both A and D

7. A source of healthy fat in the diet is:

A. Chicken skin
B. Whole milk
C. Nuts and avocado
D. Butter

8. You can get enough physical activity by just:

A. Watching TV and playing video games
B. Going for a walk on the weekend
C. Swimming at the beach in the summer
D. Being active every day in a way you enjoy

9. People with diabetes should not eat at fast food restaurants.

A. True
B. False

10. People get type 2 diabetes because:

A. They have certain genes
B. They are overweight
C. They have a family member who has diabetes
D. They are American Indian, Alaska Native, African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, or Pacific Islander
E. All of the above

Answers to the Diabetes Quiz

1. B. The food you eat provides glucose which is needed for energy. However, too much glucose in your blood isn't healthy.

2. A. In type 1 diabetes, the cells in the pancreas that make insulin are destroyed. In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas still makes some insulin but cells cannot use it very well.

3. E.

4. A. Desserts contain a lot of fat as well as sugar. If you choose to eat any of these sweet foods, just have a small amount at the end of a healthy meal. Talk to your dietitian about how you can include desserts into your meal plan.

5. B. Some carbohydrates are better than others. Fibre-rich carbohydrates such as whole grain foods and fresh fruits and vegetables are better than white bread and white rice, sweetened fruit drinks, and sugary desserts. If you eat too many carbohydrates at one time, your blood glucose may get too high.

6. E. Activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It energizes, and helps you focus at work. Start slowly. Do something that you like—riding a bike, some sport, or dancing or walking. Slowly work up to at least 60 minutes every day. Use a pedometer and aim for 10,000 steps a day.

7. C. Some types of fats are better than others. A quarter cup of nuts or one slice of avocado is better than chicken skin, whole milk, and butter. Choose low-fat or nonfat milk. All fats have lots of calories, so limit the size of your portion.

8. D. Physical activity can make you feel better if you are in a bad mood or stressed out. It also helps your body use blood glucose for energy. You don't have to play a sport or go to a gym. You can do something interesting like taking a walk or dancing with family members and friends instead of watching TV and playing video games.

9. B. You can, but only a limited quantity. Consult your dietitian.

10. E. Obesity, family genes, and race are all risk factors for diabetes.