Glucose is the a. sweetest of all sugars. b. most efficient ...

[clmills979]

Glucose is the
 
  a. sweetest of all sugars.
  b. most efficient form of energy for the brain.
  c. only carbohydrate found in fruits and su-gars.
  d. carbohydrate to avoid to prevent diabetes.

Question 2

Acute episodes of illness can create problems for insulin-dependent diabetics. During these periods of acute illness, what should insulin-dependent diabetics do?
 
  A) Insulin-dependent diabetics should not take insulin.
  B) Insulin-dependent diabetics should not eat.
  C) Insulin-dependent diabetics should use regular sweetened carbonated beverages, gelatin, ice cream, and popsicles to consume the exact amount of carbohydrate normally allowed.
  D) Insulin-dependent diabetics should use regular sweetened carbonated beverages, gelatin, ice cream, and popsicles to consume between 45 and 50 g of carbohydrates every 3 to 4 hours.

[mk6555]

Answer to Question 1

B
Glucose provides the most efficient form of energy for the brain (and muscles too). Fructose and sucrose are both sweeter than glucose so it is not the sweetest sugar. Various other carbohydrates are found in fruits and sugars. Avoiding glucose does not prevent diabetes.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Acute illnesses, even mild ones, can significantly raise blood glucose levels. A daily intake of 150 to 200 g of carbohydrates divided into approximately 45 to 50 g every 3 to 4 hours is recommended.

[clmills979]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[shailee]

Gracias!