Author Question: What factors can predispose one to type 2 diabetes? ... (Read 30 times)

codyclark

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 538
What factors can predispose one to type 2 diabetes?

Question 2

Discuss the consequences of sodium toxicity.



cam1229

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 329
Answer to Question 1

A family history of diabetes, prior history of gestational diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance, older age, physical inactivity, and race and ethnicity can predispose one to type 2 diabetes.

Answer to Question 2

An excess of sodium may cause edema. This edema adds pressure to artery walls that can cause hypertension. Thus, an excess of sodium is frequently associated with cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension and congestive heart failure.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.

Did you know?

Studies show that systolic blood pressure can be significantly lowered by taking statins. In fact, the higher the patient's baseline blood pressure, the greater the effect of statins on his or her blood pressure.

Did you know?

Your heart beats over 36 million times a year.

Did you know?

About 100 new prescription or over-the-counter drugs come into the U.S. market every year.

Did you know?

According to research, pregnant women tend to eat more if carrying a baby boy. Male fetuses may secrete a chemical that stimulates their mothers to step up her energy intake.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library