WK 12: Diets in Prevention and Treatment of Disease

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What dietary recommendation is given for individuals with lactose intolerance?

Strictly avoid lactose in all forms

Total avoidance of all dairy products

Consume lactose-free milk only

Moderate consumption of dairy, especially yogurt (correct)

Which of the following is a symptom of celiac disease?

Abnormal immune reaction to gluten (correct)

Reduced risk of osteoporosis

Improved intestinal damage

Increased calcium absorption

Which of the following is NOT a gluten-containing grain?

Rye

Oats (correct)

Spelt

Barley

What is one of the requirements for a food label to be considered gluten-free?

Does not contain an ingredient derived from a gluten-containing grain that has not been processed to remove gluten Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended for individuals with celiac disease?

Eating gluten-free oats Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of consuming gluten for individuals with celiac disease?

Abnormal immune reaction leading to damage Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake according to the text?

One serving of broccoli Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of metabolomics investigations according to the text?

Understanding food composition Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT specifically mentioned in the learning objectives as being managed through dietary strategies?

Osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

Which diet is associated with the best insulin sensitivity?

Whole food plant diet (vegan) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential strategy for preventing 90% of type 2 diabetes cases?

Performing 30 minutes of exercise per day and maintaining a healthy diet and BMI Signup and view all the answers

Which diet is characterized by high fat and very low carb intake?

Ketogenic diet Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the whole food plant diet (vegan)?

Exclusion of animal products Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential area of research for understanding type 1 diabetes?

Environmental triggers Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of obesity, according to the text?

Development of type 2 diabetes Signup and view all the answers

Which dietary pattern's adherence is assessed with the MedDietScore?

Mediterranean diet Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of research into the relationship between diet and disease?

The inability to establish cause and effect Signup and view all the answers

What type of questionnaire is preferred for identifying long-term diet in relation to chronic disease?

Food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a dietary index?

To assess adherence to a specific dietary pattern Signup and view all the answers

Why are isothiocyanates in broccoli beneficial?

They are slower to metabolize Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge in research into dietary interventions?

Establishing cause and effect Signup and view all the answers

What is the proposed mechanism by which flavonoids promote the prevention of colorectal cancer?

Promoting apoptosis and programmed cell death Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vegetables have received the most attention for their chemopreventive properties?

Cruciferous (Brassica) vegetables Signup and view all the answers

What is the link between processed meat and colon cancer?

Processed meat increases the risk of colon cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between food intolerance and food allergy?

Food intolerance is a non-immune system reaction, whereas a food allergy is an immune system reaction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following phytochemicals have demonstrated anti-inflammatory activity?

Flavonoids, proanthocyanidins, isothiocyanates, and resveratrol Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of antioxidants in the prevention of colorectal cancer?

Antioxidants inhibit cell damage Signup and view all the answers