Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

• What is the role of insulin in the body?

  Insulin helps absorb excess glucose
• When is insulin released by the pancreas?

  When blood glucose concentration is high
• What happens to glucose levels after insulin binds to cells?

  Glucose levels decrease to normal
• What is the underlying problem in both types of diabetes?

  Inability to regulate blood glucose levels
• At what age does type 1 diabetes generally occur?

  In childhood or teenage years
• What happens to insulin production in type 1 diabetes?

  Pancreas stops producing insulin
• What is the main treatment for type 1 diabetes?

  Inject insulin into the abdomen or thigh
• How does injecting insulin after a meal help type 1 diabetes patients?

  It mimics natural insulin release from pancreas
• What factors determine the amount of insulin a type 1 diabetes patient needs to inject?

  What they eat and their exercise level
• What type of food should people with diabetes limit?

  Sugary food
• Why is exercise encouraged for diabetes patients?

  It helps muscles absorb more glucose
• Who is most likely to develop type 2 diabetes?

  Older people with unhealthy diets
• What is the main treatment for type 2 diabetes?

  Healthy low sugar diet and exercise
• What causes insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes?

  Cells do not respond to insulin
• What are the key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

  • Type 1:
  • Occurs in childhood/teenage years
  • Pancreas stops producing insulin
  • Treated with insulin injections
  • Type 2:
  • Occurs in older adults
  • Cells become resistant to insulin
  • Treated with diet and exercise
• What is the consequence of high blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes?

  It can make them feel ill or kill
• Why wouldn't giving insulin help in type 2 diabetes?

  Cells do not respond to insulin
• What is the effect of a diet high in simple carbohydrates on insulin needs?

  Increases the amount of insulin needed
• What is the main focus of the video discussed?

  The role of insulin and diabetes types