Phytochemicals pt. 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Fat increases carotenoid bioavailability
A
True
2
Q
Betacarotene is a precursor of vitamin A?
A
True
3
Q
What do lutein and zeaxanthin do in our organisms?
A
- Protect proteins, fats and DNA.
- Recycle glutathione (antioxidant).
- Protects the retina
- Act like a blue light filter.
4
Q
Which is the most common carotenoid in nature?
A
Zeaxanthin
5
Q
Lutein is insoluble in water
A
True
6
Q
Lutein and zeaxanthin can be interconverted in the body
A
True
7
Q
Effects of curcumin in the body
A
- Anti-inflammatory, as effective as ibuprofen but without GI effects.
8
Q
Curcumin inhibits inflammatory responses
A
True
9
Q
Does curcumin has neuroprotective effects?
A
Yes
10
Q
Source of lycopene:
A
Tomatoes
11
Q
The consumption of tomato is related to a lower risk of prostate cancer
A
True
12
Q
Difference between retinal and retinol
A
Retinal –> aldehid
Retinol –> alcohol
13
Q
Only carotene related to reduction of lung cancer
A
Lycopene
14
Q
Traditional medicine in India
A
Ayurveda
15
Q
Where can we find the arachidonic acid?
A
In our membranes, omega 6 family.
