32 Questions
Which nutraceutical is known to directly inhibit components of cell aging?
Resveratrol
What is the role of curcumin in the modulation of aging?
Improves age-associated neuromuscular strength
Which of the following is a key factor in determining functional health in aging individuals?
Mobility
According to the text, what is the expected healthspan for men in Canada?
69 years old
What is the term used to describe the progressive decline in physical function that accompanies growing older?
Aging
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to functional health declines with age?
Income level
What is the term used to calculate the number of years an individual is expected to live in good functional health?
HALE
Which of the following is NOT a primary prevention strategy for age-associated decline in function?
Taking pills for high blood pressure
Which of the following is the strongest evidence of preservation of physiological function with aging?
Cross-sectional analyses comparing physically active adults to sedentary adults
What is the VO2max threshold associated with frailty?
18 ml/kg/min
In a longitudinal study, what was the main outcome observed in runners compared to healthy controls?
Decreased disability
According to cellular studies, what does regular exercise help maintain?
Length of telomeres
Which of the following is NOT a cellular mechanism of aging mentioned in the text?
Chronic inflammation
According to the text, what is the biggest risk factor for all major chronic diseases?
Aging
What is the primary goal of secondary prevention strategies mentioned in the text?
To prevent further decline in function
Which theory of aging suggests that our cells have an intrinsic biological clock?
Programmed aging
According to the text, what has been the trend in the ratio of HALE to life expectancy in Canada?
Remained stable
What is the main focus of new research on intermittent fasting and longevity?
Improvement in life span
Which of the following is NOT a key health attribute used to determine functional health in aging individuals?
Balance
What is the average expected healthspan for women in Canada?
71 years
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to functional health declines with age?
Obesity
What is the expected lifespan for men in Canada?
69 years
What is the formula to calculate Health-Adjusted Life Expectancy (HALE) or healthspan?
HALE = Lifespan + Years in Good Health
Which of the following is NOT a cellular mechanism of aging mentioned in the text?
Protein homeostasis
According to the text, what is the main outcome observed in runners compared to healthy controls in a longitudinal study?
Improved functional health
According to the text, what is the term used to describe the progressive decline in physical function that accompanies growing older?
Frailty
Which theory of aging suggests that our cells have an intrinsic biological clock and are preprogrammed to function normally for only a specific length of time?
Programmed Aging
According to the text, what is the ratio of Health-Adjusted Life Expectancy (HALE) to life expectancy in Canada?
Remained stable
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a lifestyle-behavioral strategy for prevention of aging?
Regular Sleep Patterns
What is the age at which decreases in cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength reach levels associated with frailty can be delayed by up to 30 years?
70 years
Which of the following is NOT a cellular hallmark of aging mentioned in the text?
Telomere lengthening
What is the primary goal of primary prevention strategies mentioned in the text?
Delay age-associated decline in function
Test your knowledge on physiological geroscience and its strategies to increase healthspan and achieve optimal longevity. Explore primary prevention techniques to delay age-related decline in function, as well as secondary prevention measures to improve function and prevent functional limitations.
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