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Glossary
Post-Exercise Recovery Snack
Carbohydrate-protein snack to restore energy.
Stress Hormones
Hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline affecting glucose.
Counterregulatory Hormones
Hormones that raise blood glucose.
Menstrual Cycle Phase
Hormonal stages influencing insulin needs.
Vitamin D
Nutrient influencing insulin sensitivity.
Autoimmune Condition
Disorder caused by immune system attack.
Coeliac Disease
Autoimmune disorder affecting gluten digestion.
Addison’s Disease
Adrenal hormone deficiency condition.
Thyroid Disorder
Imbalance of thyroid hormones.
Sports Nutrition
Diet strategy supporting training and glucose control.
Hydration Strategy
Planned fluid intake for sport.
Diabetes Action Plan
Written emergency management guide.
CGM Trend Arrow
Indicator of glucose direction and speed.
Sensor Calibration
Process to improve CGM accuracy.
Warm-Up
Preparation exercises before activity.
Cool-Down
Recovery exercises after training.
Overtraining
Excessive training causing fatigue and instability.
Burnout
Physical and mental exhaustion from chronic stress.
Peer Support
Support from others with diabetes.
Self-Management
Daily personal diabetes care activities.
