Food Composition

• What is DM commonly referred to in terms of metabolism?

  A disease of carbohydrate metabolism
• What type of disorder is diabetes mellitus (DM)?

  A general metabolic disorder
• What are the three categories of energy-providing nutrients involved in DM?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Fats
  • Proteins
• Why is nutrient balance important in a diabetic diet?

  It is essential for maintenance of BG levels
• What diet has strong evidence supporting its use in diabetes prevention?

  The Mediterranean diet
• What is the primary benefit of the Mediterranean diet for diabetics?

  It aids in diabetes prevention