Ch. 17

Question 1

biological mechanisms linking obesity with perio

Answer 1

1. release of proinflammatory cytokines from adipose tissue

2. increased levels of reactive oxygen species

Question 2

micronutrients

Answer 2

needed in tiny amounts each day, vits and calcium are two examples

Question 3

macronutrients

Answer 3

proteins, lipids, carbs, provide energy or calories

Question 4

reactive oxygen species (ROS)

Answer 4

most biologically significant free radicals, PMNs produce these during phagocytosis, they stimulate osteoclast activation, the damage mediated by ROS can be mitigated by antioxidants

Question 5

antioxidants

Answer 5

ex: vits that are capable of counteracting the damaging effects of the physiological process of oxidation in living organism