Question

which of the following statements is true about the benefits of aerobic exercise and type 2 diabetes? a. aerobic exercises can cure type 2 diabetes. b. aerobic exercise can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. c. aerobic exercise can help people better manage their blood sugar levels. d. aerobic exercise lowers your heart rate, which helps lower ones blood sugar levels.

Explanation:

• Option A is false: Aerobic exercise cannot cure type 2 diabetes, only manage symptoms.
• Option B is false: Aerobic exercise reduces, not increases, type 2 diabetes risk.
• Option D is false: Aerobic exercise temporarily raises heart rate, and its blood sugar benefits come from increased insulin sensitivity, not lowered heart rate.
• Option C is true: Aerobic exercise improves insulin sensitivity, helping regulate blood sugar for those with type 2 diabetes.

Answer:

C. Aerobic exercise can help people better manage their blood sugar levels.