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What is the main reason for the growing demand for bean products?
What is the main reason for the growing demand for bean products?
- Beans contain health-promoting compounds called saponins (correct)
- Beans are a good source of protein to replace meat
- Beans are high in calories and fat
- Beans are inexpensive and easy to grow
According to the passage, which of the following health benefits have been associated with saponins found in beans?
According to the passage, which of the following health benefits have been associated with saponins found in beans?
- Improving bone density and reducing osteoporosis risk
- Reducing the risk of Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases
- Reducing blood pressure and heart rate
- Lowering cholesterol and blood glucose levels (correct)
What is the recommended way to incorporate beans into one's diet, according to the passage?
What is the recommended way to incorporate beans into one's diet, according to the passage?
- Consume beans in large quantities every day
- Replace meat with a bean entrée twice a week (correct)
- Eat beans as a snack between meals
- Eat beans as a side dish with every meal
What is the main nutritional characteristic of cooked beans mentioned in the passage?
What is the main nutritional characteristic of cooked beans mentioned in the passage?
According to the passage, what is the primary reason beans are considered a healthy food choice?
According to the passage, what is the primary reason beans are considered a healthy food choice?
What is the main reason for the growing popularity of berries mentioned in the passage?
What is the main reason for the growing popularity of berries mentioned in the passage?
According to the passage, what is the most significant source of dietary omega-3 fatty acid?
According to the passage, what is the most significant source of dietary omega-3 fatty acid?
Which of the following types of fish is NOT listed as an especially good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
Which of the following types of fish is NOT listed as an especially good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
According to the American Heart Association, how often should people eat fish (particularly fatty fish)?
According to the American Heart Association, how often should people eat fish (particularly fatty fish)?
What is the relationship between fish intake and the incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD) and cardiovascular mortality, according to the passage?
What is the relationship between fish intake and the incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD) and cardiovascular mortality, according to the passage?
What is the minimum fish intake per week that has been shown to translate to a 52% reduction in sudden cardiac death?
What is the minimum fish intake per week that has been shown to translate to a 52% reduction in sudden cardiac death?
What is the relationship between fish oil and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) according to the passage?
What is the relationship between fish oil and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) according to the passage?
What was the primary reason for Christopher Columbus bringing cacao beans back to Spain in 1502?
What was the primary reason for Christopher Columbus bringing cacao beans back to Spain in 1502?
Which of the following foods has a higher antioxidant capacity than cocoa powder and extracts?
Which of the following foods has a higher antioxidant capacity than cocoa powder and extracts?
Which of the following statements is true about the antioxidants found in cocoa?
Which of the following statements is true about the antioxidants found in cocoa?
What nutrient is oranges primarily valued for?
What nutrient is oranges primarily valued for?
Which of the following nutrients is NOT listed as being present in oranges?
Which of the following nutrients is NOT listed as being present in oranges?
How does the vitamin C content of orange juice compare to that of whole oranges?
How does the vitamin C content of orange juice compare to that of whole oranges?
Which phytochemical found in citrus fruits is described as an anti-inflammatory agent?
Which phytochemical found in citrus fruits is described as an anti-inflammatory agent?
Which enzyme involved in an inflammatory reaction is blocked by hesperidin?
Which enzyme involved in an inflammatory reaction is blocked by hesperidin?
What important antioxidant is found abundantly in pumpkins?
What important antioxidant is found abundantly in pumpkins?
Which type of cancer cells are citrus flavonoids particularly potent against?
Which type of cancer cells are citrus flavonoids particularly potent against?
What is the primary dietary source of alpha-linolenic acid, known for its cardiovascular benefits?
What is the primary dietary source of alpha-linolenic acid, known for its cardiovascular benefits?
What is the main benefit associated with foods high in beta-carotene?
What is the main benefit associated with foods high in beta-carotene?
Which type of berry is NOT mentioned as a traditional berry in the text?
Which type of berry is NOT mentioned as a traditional berry in the text?
Which of the following is a key nutritional benefit of berries?
Which of the following is a key nutritional benefit of berries?
What is the purpose of the ORAC (Oxygen radical absorptive capacity) measurement discussed in the text?
What is the purpose of the ORAC (Oxygen radical absorptive capacity) measurement discussed in the text?
How do strawberries specifically benefit health?
How do strawberries specifically benefit health?
What is the range of calories typically found in a serving of raw berries, according to the text?
What is the range of calories typically found in a serving of raw berries, according to the text?
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