Sunday, November 23, 2014

Weekly Health Quiz - Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

According to the CDC (2013)

"The vast majority of people living with prediabetes, though, do not even know they have it."
"79 million Americans—35% of adults aged 20 years and older—have prediabetes."

"Research shows that modest weight loss and regular physical activity can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes by up to 58% in people with prediabetes."

"Modest weight loss means_____________, which is 10 to 14 pounds for a 200-pound person. Getting at least _____________ of physical activity, such as brisk walking, also is important."

a) 1% to 2% of body weight ; 30 minutes each week  b) 2% to 4% of body weight ; 60 minutes each week
c) 5% to 7% of body weight ; 150 minutes each week
d) 10% to 14% of body weight ; 300 minutes each week


Source:
http://www.cdc.gov/features/diabetesprevention/


Answer:
c) 5% to 7% of body weight ; 150 minutes each week


(c) Dec 2013 zBlox.com

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