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What is the main clinical use of garlic?

  • Lowering blood pressure in mild hypertension (correct)
  • Reducing cholesterol biosynthesis
  • Preventing atherosclerosis
  • Enhancing fibrinolytic activity
  • What is the active ingredient in garlic that is standardized in some forms?

  • Silychristin
  • Silymarin
  • Allicin (correct)
  • Alliin
  • Which component derived from pineal gland has antioxidant potential?

  • Melatonin (correct)
  • Serotonin
  • Silychristin
  • Silybun
  • What is the primary benefit of using melatonin for jet lag and sleep aid?

    <p>Improving morning alertness and quality of sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of melatonin for insomnia?

    <p>0.3-10mg once a night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential adverse effect of melatonin intake?

    <p>Irritability and dizziness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of CoQ10 in the body?

    <p>Supporting heart functions and reducing cardiac deaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential adverse effect associated with glucosamine intake?

    <p>Decreased effects of warfarin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended oral dosage of CoQ10 for cardiac support?

    <p>100-600mg/day in 2-3 divided doses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of saw palmetto?

    <p>Inhibiting 5a reductase conversion of testosterone to DHT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ubiquinone' is associated with which manifestation after ingestion?

    <p>'LipA, HDL, exercise tolerance'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ginkgo biloba leaf extract' is standardized to contain which percentage of flavone glycosides and terpene lactones?

    <ul> <li>24% flavone genesis - 6% terpene lactones</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ginkgo biloba leaf extract' has shown potential benefits in the management of which condition?

    <p>Alzheimer's, vascular, mixed dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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