Author Question: Why is type 1 diabetes considered an autoimmune disorder? ... (Read 29 times)

dbose · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Why is type 1 diabetes considered an autoimmune disorder?

Question 2

Which food choices would be the equivalent to the amount of protein that Shelly can remove from her diet and still meet her needs?
a. 3-4 oz meat, fish, or poultry
b. 6-7 oz meat, fish, or poultry
c. 9-10 oz meat, fish, or poultry
d. 12-13 oz meat, fish, or poultry

fraziera112 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Researchers believe that in genetically susceptible people type 1 diabetes is triggered by a viral infection. The immune system is stimulated to produce antibodies that attack and destroy the insulin-producing -cells of the pancreas.

Answer to Question 2

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