Introduction

General Overview of Diabetes and Food

Food Groups and Diabetes

Eating for Target Blood Glucose Levels

Eating for Cardiovascular Health

Diabetes Medications

Resources and Recommended Websites

About the Authors

Test Your Knowledge

 

Test Your Knowledge - Key

Eating for Cardiovascular Health

When compared to people without diabetes, people with diabetes have:

	Twice the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
	Twice the risk of developing osteoporosis.
	Twice the risk of developing lung disease.
	Twice the risk of developing cancer.

*All answers in green are correct.

People trying to eat for heart health should:

	Cook most of their foods in butter raher than canola oil.
	Eat fish like salmon and tuna instead of hot dogs or sausages.
	Eat white breads and pastas more often than whole grain breads and pastas.
	Have at least 3 alcoholic drinks each night.

*All answers in green are correct.

In general, do you understand why people with diabetes have a higher risk of cardiovascular complications better than you did before reading this section?

	Yes
	No
	Don't know

*All answers in green are correct.

In general, do you understand what heart healthy eating is and why it is important for people with diabetes better than you did before reading this section?

	Yes
	No
	Don't know

*All answers in green are correct.