Blood Sugar vs. Exercise and Diet

Overview

Objectives/Goals The Objective is to determine if a controlled diet and exercise will lower blood glucose levels and reduce the amount of insulin requirements of a type 1 diabetic. Methods/Materials My mother was used as a test subject, in the first 30 days she ate her normal diet and went about her usual routine. Blood sugars were checked 3 times per day 7 days a week. During the second 30 days, diet was controlled 7 grams of protien for every 15 grams of carbohydrates consumed. One hour of exercise daily and blood sugar levels were checked 3 times per day. Insulin was adjusted 2 units at a time as needed. Material used: Insulin, Humolog & Humulin N, MediScene Optium blood glucose monitoring system, Ultilet lancets, one time use, MediScene Optium blood glucose test strips, BD ultra-fine 31 gauge needle,1/2 cc syringes. Results Exercise and a controlled diet lowers blood glucose levels and reduces the insulin requirements of a type 1 diabetic. Conclusions/Discussion My results support my hyporthesis. The information from my project will help my mother and others to gain better control of type 1 diabetis.

Competition history

• CSEF 2006 Pharmacology/ Toxicology · Entry J1422

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