Chapter 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What specific micronutrient deficiencies can contribute to a migraine?
A
Vitamins B and D, magnesium, Coq10, apha lipoic acid, and L-carnitine.
2
Q
How does Bad Energy contribute to the pathophysiology of depression?
A
- Decreased energy production
- Inflammation
- Neuronal function
- Stress response
3
Q
What percentage of American kids have Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?
A
20%
4
Q
What are the 12 modifiable risk factors of Alzheimer’s?
A
- Learning
- Hypertension
- Hearing impairment
- Smoking
- Obesity
- Depression
- Physical inactivity
- Diabetes
- Low social contact
- Alcohol consumption
- TBI
- Air pollution
5
Q
What is the leading cause of death in America?
A
Heart Disease
6
Q
Why are fermented foods helpful?
A
Their bacterial and probiotic content, as well as the postbiotics.
