Dandelion Root Benefits Quiz

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What is one of the benefits of dandelion root according to the text?

  • Reducing cholesterol levels (correct)
  • Causing a spike in blood sugar levels
  • Increasing cholesterol levels
  • Promoting heart disease

Which type of cancer cells did a 2011 study treat with dandelion extract, resulting in a significant reduction in the cancer cells?

  • Brain cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Skin cancer (correct)
  • Lung cancer

How did dandelion root extract affect colon cancer cells in a research study mentioned in the text?

  • Had no effect on the cells
  • Increased cell growth
  • Killed 95 percent of the cells in two days (correct)
  • Caused a 50 percent reduction in cell size

What did studies suggest about the impact of dandelion on blood sugar levels?

<p>Normalize blood sugar levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as being positively affected by dandelion root in the text?

<p>Brain cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a study with rabbits, how did dandelion root supplementation affect cholesterol levels?

<p>Reduced total cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL cholesterol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What compounds found in dandelion root act as antioxidants?

<p>Beta-carotene, polyphenols, coumarins, hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are free radicals and why are they harmful to the body?

<p>They are compounds that cause cell damage and chronic disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does dandelion root support liver health?

<p>By reducing oxidative stress and inflammation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason that dandelion root is considered beneficial for the kidneys?

<p>It improves kidney function by increasing urination frequency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In addition to antioxidants, what other properties does dandelion root possess?

<p>Antimicrobial and antiviral properties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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