phytonutrients

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phytonutrients quiz
Julie HEYRMAN-COMPERNOLLE
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Frage 1

Frage
Which of the following is TRUE re Flavonoids?
Antworten
  • Flavonoids are present only in fruits and vegetables
  • Flavonoids scavenge free radicals
  • Flavonoids can be divided into 3 sub-classes
  • Levels of flavonoids are not affected by geographic variation

Frage 2

Frage
Why are the Indoles in Cruciferous vegetables considered important to health?
Antworten
  • Indoles are potent phytoestrogesn, protective in breast cancer.
  • Indoles have been associated with increased risk of cancer in smokers.
  • Indoles have been shown to decrease platelet aggregation.
  • Indoles are derived from glucosinolates, have antioxident activity

Frage 3

Frage
Curcumin is noted for which of the following physiologic effects?
Antworten
  • Suppresion of cytokine formation.
  • Platelet aggregation
  • promotion of cytokine formation.
  • Platelet mobility.

Frage 4

Frage
Which of the following is an excellent source of lignans?
Antworten
  • sesame seeds
  • almonds
  • Orange squash
  • broccoli

Frage 5

Frage
Carotenoids have been associated with a reduction in which of the following health conditions?
Antworten
  • lung cancer
  • cardiovascular disease
  • osteoarthritis
  • bipolar disease

Frage 6

Frage
Which of the following is most accurate with regards to current research on isoflavones and menopause?
Antworten
  • according to the Cochran database there is strong evidence of effectiveness in the alleviation of menopausal symptoms with the use of phyto estrogen treatments.
  • S-equol, and metabolites of the soy isoflavone daidzein,has been shown to reduce hot flash frequency in postmenopausal women.
  • Tempeh was the form of soy that has been established to be effective in the treatment of menopausal hot flashes in women.
  • overall, studies of the use of soy isoflavones and menopause have been conflicting and more studies are needed for conclusive recommendations.

Frage 7

Frage
Which of the following is the Richer a source of lignans?
Antworten
  • Legumes
  • Broccoli
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Flax Seeds

Frage 8

Frage
Which compound in green tea is thought to be responsible for conferring protection against cardiovascular disease?
Antworten
  • lycopene,
  • Catechins
  • Genistein
  • Anthocyanins

Frage 9

Frage
Curcumin has unique properties that are most similar to drugs in which category?
Antworten
  • antidepressant
  • tumor necrosis factor blockers
  • acetaminophen
  • anti-estrogens
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