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Dietary Manager Exam Prep

Category - Nutrition Care

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Insulin resistance is defined as which of the following? (Choose all that apply.)
  1. The drop in insulin levels following exercise
  2. The need for large amounts of insulin to control blood sugar levels
  3. The lessened effectiveness of insulin seen with obesity
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answers: B and C - Insulin resistance is defined as the need for large amounts of insulin to control blood sugar, and is a common feature of obesity, due to increased levels of triglycerides and fatty acids. Insulin resistance may be improved by exercise, by decreasing the cell’s need for insulin.
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