The nurse is participating in a diabetes nutrition awareness initiative at a local health fair. Which of the following statements should the nurse make on the role of nutrition therapy in managing blood glucose levels?
A. Nutrition therapy is essential only when diabetes symptoms are apparent.
B. Nutrition therapy is more important than exercise and medication.
C. Medication is used in addition to nutrition therapy, not as a substitute.
D. Follow-up counseling is necessary to optimize diabetes management.