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dbose

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Why is type 1 diabetes considered an autoimmune disorder?

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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


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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.

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