Lecture 4 Nutrition II

Question 1

Out of the superfoods discussed, name one that is a good source of vitamin B12

Answer 1

Chlorella

Question 2

Outline one mechanism by which chlorophyll supports detoxification of carcinogens and toxins.

Answer 2

Binds with certain carcinogens by down regulating phase I enzymes and inducing phase II

Question 3

Seaweeds provide which nutrients that support thyroid function

Answer 3

Iodine

Question 4

Give two ways that barley grass supports GIT function.

Answer 4

High fibre reduces fasting blood sugar and glycated haemoglobin

Bowel elimination nourishes microflora

Flavonoids reduce inflammation and allow healing of mucous membranes

Question 5

Describe two specific benefits of broccoli sprouts

Answer 5

13C promotes phase II liver detoxification used in cases of estrogen dominance

Sulforaphane induces phas II detoxification enzymes down relagualtes phas I enzymes
Anti-inflammatory, anti carinogenic

Question 6

What is the difference between whole and refined grains?

Answer 6

Whole grains- bran, germ, endosperm

Refined grans- just endosperm not as nutritious

Question 7

Name TWO heavy metal chelators discussed.

Answer 7

Chlorella

Coriander

Question 8

Garlic: benefits and clinical applications

Answer 8

Dental infections
Athletes foot
Ear infections
Digestive fire
GIT microbial
Antihypertensive
Reduces LDL
Improves blood circulation
Enhances Glutathione peroxidase production

Question 9

Ginger

Answer 9

Dry is hot
Fresh is warming (better for digestive complaints)
Digestive fire
Pro-kinetic for the MMc (migrating motor complex)
Spleen Qi deficiency
Anti- microbial, inflammatory, nausea
Circulatory stimulant

Question 10

Liver Flush Protocol
Make smoothie
Drink 10 days first thing morning
Do not eat for two hours afterward

Answer 10

Juice of lemon or lime
A garlic clove
1/pint/ 1/4 litre fresh pressed apple, carrot, celery or beetroot juice
Tbsp olive oil
Small piece of treated fresh ginger
Prince of cayenne

Question 11

Beetroot

Answer 11

Warming
Iron
Betalain pigments
Inorganic nitrates- body makes nitric oxide
Anti-inflammatory
Vasodilatory
Beta in supports methylation

Question 12

Blueberry

Answer 12

Vitamin C, K
Cooling
Atherosclerosis, neurodegenerative diseases
Tumour-suppressive

Question 13

Elderberry

Answer 13

High in vitamin c
Cooling
Immune boosting
Anti-vira
Diaphoretic

Question 14

Cranberry (contraindicated if kidney stones)

Answer 14

Proanthocyanins
Vitamin c
Cooling
Urinary antispetic
Impedes attachment of Escherichia coil the bacteria associated with UTIs prevents frimbriae attachement

Question 15

Chia seeds

Answer 15

Cooling, moistening
Omega-e fatty acids
Fiber
Protein
Mucilage
Anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory
Blood sugar regulation

Question 16

Pomegranate

Answer 16

Ellagitannins inhibit growth of pathogenic bacteria
Punicic acid activates PPARs transcription factors to reduce intestinal inflammation
Reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in hypertensive patients (150mL daily two weeks)
Nitric oxide
Protects endothelium
Anti cancer, decreases inflammation

Question 17

Maca

Answer 17

Aka Peruvian ginseng, radish-like tuber
Energy, endurance, sexual health
Warm, moist, yin
All essential amino acids
Increases libido, protects benign prostatic hyperplasia, erectile dysfunction
Increase sperm count
Sustained energy