Health

Question 1

5 areas of the world are referred to as ‘Blue Zones,” areas where people live exceptionally long lives. For people living in Blue Zones, what % of their diet is plant-based?

Answer 1

95%

Question 2

Studies examining the bones of Roman gladiators have determined they ate primarily _______?

Answer 2

Plants, especially wheat and barely with little signs of meat or dairy.

Question 3

What is a ‘complete’ protein, and what are plant-based examples?

Answer 3

Contain all the essential amino acides; E.g. Tofu, tempeh, soy milk, quinoa and buckwheat

Question 4

Provide one disadvantage and one advantage of non-haem iron?

Answer 4

Disadvantage: Less easily absorbed
Advantage: Better regulated, full of antioxidants

Question 5

Provide examples of plant-based sources of iron?

Answer 5

Seeds, soy, wholegrains, nuts, legumes, leafy greens, dried herbs and dried fruits

Question 6

What fatty acids are not found in plant-based, and what is the most efficient way to get them?

Answer 6

Long-chain omega 3’s DHA and EPA; Algae supplement

Question 7

What are the best sources of plant-based omega 3’s?

Answer 7

Ground flaxseed and flaxseed oil; chia seeds; hemp seeds; walnuts

Question 8

What global % of people in Western countries have low or marginal B12 levels?

Answer 8

Up to 40%

Question 9

What % of US adults take a regular supplement

Answer 9

76%

Question 10

Research has shown there would need to be a ____% tax on unprocessed meat, and a _____% tax on processed meat just to cover the associated healthcare costs.

Answer 10

Unprocessed: 20%
Processed: 110%