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- 3. The name of the cell responsible for secreting the hormone insulin, and is located in the pancreatic islets.
- 9. Increased amount of urine output that is a common symptom of diabetes.
- 11. Excessive blood glucose.
- 12. The inability of the body to respond and use secreted insulin to maintain normal body glycemia (2 Words)
- 14. Name of the specialist doctor in the treatment of diseases or conditions related to impairment of endocrine gland function, such as diabetes.
- 17. An organ in the abdomen responsible for regulation of metabolism of various nutrients.
- 18. A condition characterized by a decrease in the normal level of blood glucose in the blood, usually less than 70 mg/dL.
- 19. A lifestyle behavior that can help to maintain body weight, and improve type 2 diabetes.
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- 1. The International Diabetes Federation recommends its practice at least 3 to 5 days a week, for a minimum of 30 to 45 minutes. (2 Words)
- 2. One of the simplest forms of sugar.
- 4. Hormone produced by alpha cells in the pancreas that raises blood glucose.
- 5. The term that refers to normal levels of glucose in the blood.
- 6. Damaging effects of diabetes that, eventually, may be disabling or life-threatening, including damage to the nerves, kidneys, eyes, feet, and skin.
- 7. An organ that secretes the hormones insulin, glucagon, and somatostatin, in addition to the enzymes needed for digestion of food.
- 8. The medical diagnosis for the condition that occurs with elevated blood glucose levels.
- 10. A hormone that regulates the amount of blood glucose, and is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates.
- 13. Opting a single kind of exercise is not the best choice for people with diabetes. The type of exercise that strengthens the heart, reduces stress and improves blood circulation is: (2 Words)
- 15. One of the main nutrients in food that can elevate blood glucose in patients with diabetes.
- 16. The sugar found in blood, which represents the most important source of body energy.