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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?

Normalize blood sugar levels Signup and view all the answers

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

Brain cancer Signup and view all the answers

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

Reduced total cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

What compounds found in dandelion root act as antioxidants?

Beta-carotene, polyphenols, coumarins, hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives Signup and view all the answers

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

They are compounds that cause cell damage and chronic disease Signup and view all the answers

How does dandelion root support liver health?

By reducing oxidative stress and inflammation Signup and view all the answers

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

It improves kidney function by increasing urination frequency Signup and view all the answers

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

Antimicrobial and antiviral properties Signup and view all the answers