Probiotics Constipation Heartburn Hope Fibre Parasites Liver Enzymes Candida Kidneys Essential Fatty Acids IBS Lungs Fatty Acids The typical North American diet averages how many grams of fibre per day?a) 9 gramsb) 13 gramsc) 22 gramsd) 35 gramsFiber supplements absorb water and sweep the colon walls?a) Trueb) FalseWhich 2 omega 3 oils are found primarily in fish?a) EPA & DHAb) EPA & ALAc) ALA & DHAThe recommended combined daily dosage of EPA/DHA can be as high asa) 10,000 mgb) 1,000 mgc) 4,000 mgd) 500 mgOmega 3 oils provide health benefits for which of the following conditions?e) All of the aboveb) High blood pressurea) Immunity supportc) Depressiond) ArthritisOmega fatty acids are produced in the bodya) Trueb) FalseWhich of the following statements is NOT true?a) Fiber lowers bad cholesterol levelsb) Fiber converts carbohydrates to glucosec) Fiber builds musclesd) Fiber can help reverse insulin resistanceUnreleased toxins can be reabsorbed back into the blood streama) Trueb) FalseOmega 3’s has a positive effect on the brain growth of childrenTrueFalse Kidneys 1) The primary function of the kidneys is toa) move waste products from the liver to the bladderd) remove waste products from the bloode) cleanse the urinec) dissolve kidney stonesb) move waste products from the bladder to the liver2) Which of the following is NOT a symptom of kidney stones?a) vomiting and nauseab) persistent urge to urinatec) reduced amount of urine excretedd) bright yellow urinee) urine in the blood3) Compromised kidneys will not be able to filter waste products wella) trueb) false4) High protein diet may cause gouta) Trueb) false5) The primary function of the kidneys is toa) move waste products from the liver to the bladderb) move waste products from the bladder to the liverc) dissolve kidney stonesd) remove waste products from the bloode) cleanse the urine6) Which of the following is NOT a symptom of kidney stones?a) vomiting and nauseab) persistent urge to urinatec) reduced amount of urine excretedd) bright yellow urinee) urine in the blood7) Compromised kidneys will not be able to filter waste products wella) trueb) false8) High protein diet may cause gouta) trueb) false Hope What is the ideal amount of daily fiber we should have in our diet?10 – 13 gramsb) 25 – 40 gramsd) You don’t need fiber every day, but should have 35 grams a weekc) Any amount will do, so long as you have some every dayA healthy body will produce all the fatty acids it requiresTrueFalseYour bacterial makeup is?a) The same as other members of your immediate familyb) Acquired from your mother at birthc) Unique to youd) the same as most other peopleWhich function of the body does NOT benefit from enzymesa) delivering nutrients to the entire bodyb) transporting toxic wastec) blood clotting and blood purificationd) growth and muscle strengthe) delivering hormonesf) balancing cholesterol and triglyceride levelsg) strengthening the immune system Lungs Which of the following can cause constipation?d) too much fibref) Only a, b, and cc) inactive lifestyleb) dehydrationa) stresse) alcoholHow many chemicals are produced by a burning cigarette?a) Over 6,000b) 2000c) 1000d) 600An example of an Asthma inducer is?a) Exerciseb) Viral infection such as cold/fluc) Dust/pollend) Only b and cAn example of an Asthma trigger is?a) Tobacco smokeb) Pet danderc) Dust mitesd) Cold aire) All of the aboveWork-related Asthma can affect people in what occupations?a) Spray paintersb) Bakersc) Lab techniciansd) All of the aboveWhich of the following does NOT create excess mucous in the system?a) Infections, such as the common cold or flub) Allergiesc) Gerdd) smoking tobacco productse) fatty foods Constipation Which of the following can cause constipation?e) alcoholb) dehydrationf) Only a, b, and cc) inactive lifestylea) stressd) too much fibreAccording to the natural or holistic opinion, constipation isa) One bowel movement per weekb) Not a serious health concernc) Less than 2 or 3 bowel movements per dayd) Less than 3 per weeke) All of the aboveThe ideal stool would bea) Fat and hardb) Dark and longc) Long and slow to sinkd) Small and rounde) Unaccompanied by excessive gas or odourWhat is the ideal transit time of food moving through the body?a) 8 hoursb) 12 hoursc) 24 hoursd) 48 hoursHow do you achieve 2 to 3 bowel movements per day?a) Consume more fibreb) Take laxativesc) Drink waterd) Essential Fatty acidse) All of the abovef) Only a, c, dWhy is constipation a problem?a)Slows transit time of foodb)Leads to leaky gutc)Allows toxins to enter the bloodstream through intestinal wallsd)Reduces absorption of nutrientse)Can lead to fatigue and depressionf)All of the aboveConstipation can cause many other health problems includinga) Anxiety and depressionb) Increased risk for colon cancerc) Sleep disruptionsd) Sexual disfunctione) All of the abovef) None of the aboveIf you weigh 200 lbs, how much water should you drink per day?a) 16 oz.b) 8 cupsc) 2 litresd) 100 oz. Enzymes Protease is:a) Produced in the stomach, pancreas and small intestineb) Responsible for reactions that occur in the stomach and small intestinec) Breaks down starch molecules into sugarsd) a and be) b and cf) a and cWe always have enough enzymes available to digest a large mealTrueFalseDigestive Enzymes are:d) All of the abovea) Essential for every function in the human bodyc) Important for the neutralization of toxinsb) Protein-based molecules that enable the break-down of foodWhich of the following do NOT contribute to an enzyme deficiency?a) Agingb) Diet of processed and packaged foodsc) Not enough exercised) Fevere) Overheating foodsLipase is:a) Produced in the salivary glandsb) Breaks down fats and oilsc) Helps with long-term energy storaged) b and ce) a and cf) a and bWhat enzymes are NOT produced in the body?a) Invertaseb) Pectinasec) Cellulased) All of the aboveAmylase is:a) Produced in the salivary glands, pancreas, and small intestinesb) Breaks down starch molecules into sugarsc) Breaks down fats and oilsd) a and b Candida What is Candida?a) A form of bacteriab) Persistent bloatingc) An overgrowth of yeast within the human bodyd) A dangerous toxinA normal healthy intestinal tract will contain NO yeastTrueFalseWhat factor DOES NOT affect the yeast-to-bacteria levels in the digestive tract?a) Birth control pillsb) Antibioticsc) Pain killersd) Steroidse) Excess refined carbsf) Stressg) Anti-inflammatoriesh) CortisoneIf left untreated, candida can lead to:a) Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, Crohn’s/Colitis, Skin disordersWhich is NOT a symptom of mild candida?a) Persistent bloating/gasb) Food sensitivitiesc) Recurring yeast infectionsd) Sugar cravingse) Sore throatf) Recurring bladder infectionsg) Brain fogh) Chemical sensitivitiesWhat foods can be freely enjoyed when undergoing a Candida cleanse?a) Eggs, Chicken, Olive oil, Berries, Red meatName at least 5 parts of the body where yeast becomes systemic?a)Vagina, Urinary Tract, Skin, Nails, Mouth, organs, tissuesWhen a yeast is able to enter the blood stream and travel throughout the body, it is called:a) Full body candidab) Candidiasisc) Systemicd) Overloading the systemWhat food should be eliminated when doing a candida cleanse?c) Fruitb) Proteina) Fermented or moldy foodsd) All of the abovee) Only c and aWhen candida grows roots and it grows roots and puncture the intestinal tract in can lead to:a) Food allergiesb) Leaky gut syndromec) Food sensitivitiesd) All of the above Liver What is the purpose of bile?a) To give your skin a healthy glowb) To provide needed energyc) To aid in the digestion of fats and vitaminsd) To ensure a smooth stoolWhat are exotoxins?a) Polluted air/waterb) Cigarette smokec) Food additivesd) Alcohole) e) All of the aboveHow much blood does the liver filter every minute?a) 1 oz.b) 1 cupc) 1 pintd) 1 quarte) 1 GallonWhere are excess toxins NOT stored?a) Fatty tissuesb) Nervous systemc) Kitchen cupboardd) Brain cellsWhich of the following statements are true? Endotoxins area) Created internally within the bodyb) Come from outside sourcesc) Toxins from chemicalsd) Toxins from foodsWithout a liver a human would die withinc) 1 weekd) 1 montha) 48 hoursb) 24 hours Probiotic What can cause dysbiosis?a) Dietb) Antacidsc) Agingd) All of the aboveWhich of the following is NOT a long-term effect of dysbiosis?a) Diverticulitisb) Chronic constipation/diarrheac) Irritable bowel syndromed) “Leaky gut”Dysbiosis occurs whenc) When good bacteria in the gut are starvedb) When there is overproduction of bad bacteria in the gutd) All of the abovea) There is an imbalance between good and bad bacteria in the gut IBS 1. IBS Stands fora) Irritation of the bodily systemsb) Irritable Bowel’s Systemc) Irritable Bowel Syndrome2. IBS is commonly characterized bya) Altered bowel functionb) Irritated moodc) Abdominal paind) Only c and a3. Which of the following are symptoms?a) Constipationb) Diarrheac) Abdominal paind) Incontinence/urgencye) All of the above4. Food and additives are the only triggers for IBSa) Trueb) false5. Mark any true statementsa) Parasites and candida can cause IBSb) Imbalance of good vs. bad bacteria can cause IBSc) Soluble fibre supplements may work to relieve symptoms of diarrhea and constipationd) Herbs can ease the effects of flatulencee) Science clearly understands all the causes of IBSf) Stress and anxiety are common triggers of IBSg) Crohn’s and colitis area considered severe forms of IBS6. The more meals you eat, the more likely you are to suffer from IBSa) Trueb) False IBS 1. IBS Stands forb) Irritable Bowel’s Systemc) Irritable Bowel Syndromea) Irritation of the bodily systems2. IBS is commonly characterized bya) Altered bowel functionb) Irritated moodc) Abdominal paind) Only c and a3. Which of the following are symptoms?a) Constipationb) Diarrheac) Abdominal paind) Incontinence/urgencye) All of the above4. Food and additives are the only triggers for IBSa) Trueb) false5. Mark any true statementsa) Parasites and candida can cause IBSb) Imbalance of good vs. bad bacteria can cause IBSc) Soluble fibre supplements may work to relieve symptoms of diarrhea and constipationd) Herbs can ease the effects of flatulencee) Science clearly understands all the causes of IBSf) Stress and anxiety are common triggers of IBSg) Crohn’s and colitis area considered severe forms of IBS6. The more meals you eat, the more likely you are to suffer from IBSa) Trueb) False Parasite What are some signs of Parasite infestation in humans?*a) Teeth grindingb) Ravenous appetite or loss of appetite?c) Skin problems?d) Diarrheae) All of the abovef) Only b and dWhat are sources of parasite infestation?*a) Contaminated soil or waterb) Raw or rare meatc) Contaminated fruits and vegetablesd) All of the abovee) Only c and bA parasite is*a) A strain of bacteriab) An organism that lives off of another organismc) Easily detected in the bodyd) Only found in petsA parasite infection will always produce detectable symptoms*a) Trueb) FalseWhich of the following statements is NOT true?*a) A parasite causes damage by feeding off our cellsb) The waste from parasites causes problemsc) Parasites can be eliminated by changing your dietd) Parasite can cause weight lossFactors contributing to Parasite infestation*a) Diet choicesb) A dirty colonc) Drugs and alcohold) Someone who has parasitese) Through sexual intercourseHow many species of parasites including both protozoa and worms, can live in the human body?*a) 250b) 500c) 1000 +d) 5000Tape Worms can grow up to 2 feet long*a) Trueb) FalseProtozoa do less damage than tape worms because they are smaller*a) Trueb) FalseWhich is NOT a symptom of a parasite infestation?*a) Vision problemsb) Bed wettingc) Dark circles under the eyesd) Post-nasal dripe) Rectal itchingf) AnemiaHow do parasites get into the human body*a) Inhaledb) Swallowedc) Insect bitesd) Physical contacte) Petsf) Contact with fecesg) All of the above Fibre What does Fiber NOT do to control appetitea) physically fills your stomachb) controls cravings and hungerc) stabilizes block sugar levelsd) gives you lots of energyWhich of the following statements is NOT true?a) Fiber lowers bad cholesterol levelsb) Fiber converts carbohydrates to glucosec) Fiber builds musclesd) Fiber can help reverse insulin resistanceWhich one is NOT a source of soluble fibera) Applesb) Orangesc) Carrotsd) Beanse) Barleyf) Brussels sproutsUnreleased toxins can be reabsorbed back into the blood streama) Trueb) FalseFiber is an important nutrientTrueFalseCheck the sources of fiber from the following listc) breade) beeff) applesd) seedsb) brussels sproutsa) cheeseWhich one is a NOT a source of insoluble fibera) Potatoesb) Lentilsc) Oatmeald) Flax seede) beansf) Nuts and seedsThe typical North American diet averages how many grams of fibre per day?a) 9 gramsb) 13 gramsc) 22 gramsd) 35 gramsFiber supplements absorb water and sweep the colon walls?a) Trueb) False Fatty Acids The typical North American diet averages how many grams of fibre per day?a) 9 gramsb) 13 gramsc) 22 gramsd) 35 gramsFiber supplements absorb water and sweep the colon walls?a) Trueb) FalseWhich 2 omega 3 oils are found primarily in fish?a) EPA & DHAb) EPA & ALAc) ALA & DHAThe recommended combined daily dosage of EPA/DHA can be as high asa) 10,000 mgb) 1,000 mgc) 4,000 mgd) 500 mgOmega 3 oils provide health benefits for which of the following conditions?c) Depressionb) High blood pressured) Arthritisa) Immunity supporte) All of the aboveOmega fatty acids are produced in the bodya) Trueb) FalseWhich of the following statements is NOT true?a) Fiber lowers bad cholesterol levelsb) Fiber converts carbohydrates to glucosec) Fiber builds musclesd) Fiber can help reverse insulin resistanceUnreleased toxins can be reabsorbed back into the blood streama) Trueb) FalseOmega 3’s has a positive effect on the brain growth of childrenTrueFalse Heartburn Which of the following cannot trigger heartburn?a) Smokingb) Chewing too fastc) Alcohol consumptionChronic Heartburn is called GERDa)Trueb) FalseWhat are some symptoms of heartburna) rising pain, possibly reaching the jaw.b) burning and indigestion-like pain.c) foul, acrid taste in the mouthd) all of the aboveIn most cases, heartburn occurs when the stomach produces too much acidb) Falsea) TrueWhy is heartburn experienced as a burning sensation in the chest?a) Food gets caught in the esophagus before entering the stomachb) Not enough fiber in the dietc) Body temperature increases with food consumptiond) Harsh stomach juices encounter the lining of the esophagus
