phytonutrients

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phytonutrients quiz
Julie HEYRMAN-COMPERNOLLE
Quiz by Julie HEYRMAN-COMPERNOLLE, updated more than 1 year ago
Julie HEYRMAN-COMPERNOLLE
Created by Julie HEYRMAN-COMPERNOLLE almost 6 years ago
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Question 1

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Which of the following is TRUE re Flavonoids?
Answer
  • 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

Question 2

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Why are the Indoles in Cruciferous vegetables considered important to health?
Answer
  • 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

Question 3

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

Question 4

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

Question 5

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

Question 6

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Which of the following is most accurate with regards to current research on isoflavones and menopause?
Answer
  • 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.

Question 7

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

Question 8

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

Question 9

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