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- 4. organ that produces insulin
- 6. diabetes that develops in pregnant women, usually goes away after baby is born
- 8. body does not use insulin well and cannot keep blood sugar at normal levels, usually diagnosed in adults
- 9. Hormone that regulates blood sugar
- 11. activity that is done nearly everyday, typically in a gym. This activity can reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
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- 1. famous actor that has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Known for his roles in films such as “Forrest Gump”, “Saving Private Ryan”, and “Cast Away”.
- 2. factor that a person cannot control but puts person at risk of diabetes. Relates to family.
- 3. diabetes where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes
- 5. a lifestyle that increases risk of diabetes. A lifestyle where a lot of time is spent seated.
- 7. body does not make insulin due to autoimmune response, sometimes called juvenile diabetes
- 10. If a person has a poor _____ they are at a higher risk of developing diabetes