?Define the glycemic index and explain how lower glycemic index foods stabilize blood sugar levels.
What will be an ideal response?
The glycemic index is a measure of foods and how quickly they convert into blood sugar. Foods that enter the bloodstream quickly have a higher glycemic index. High glycemic index foods (such as simple sugars) lead blood sugar levels to increase rapidly. The body responds by secreting insulin which reduces blood sugar levels. Foods with a low glycemic index do not lead to extreme spikes in blood sugar levels and therefore contribute to a more stable mood and energy level.
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Discuss how new psychoactive substances (NPS) continue to avoid regulatory control and explain the term "designer drugs" as applied to these substances.
What will be an ideal response?
There are no preventive measures against urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An ileostomy results in the discharge of fecal matter through an opening in the ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).