Role of Diet and Sleep in Healthy Aging Flashcards
Which vitamin deficiency commonly affects bone health in older adults?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin B12
D) Vitamin K
A) Vitamin D
What dietary intervention is recommended to reduce blood pressure in older adults?
A) DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet
B) Low-protein, high-fat diet
C) Atkins diet
D) Intermittent fasting
A) DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet
What is a common cause of Vitamin B12 deficiency in older adults?
A) Atrophic gastritis leading to poor absorption
B) Excessive fluid intake
C) High carbohydrate consumption
D) Lack of sleep
A) Atrophic gastritis leading to poor absorption
Which nutrient deficiency is linked to cognitive decline in older adults?
A) Vitamin B12 and folate (Vitamin B9)
B) Vitamin C
C) Omega-3 fatty acids
D) Vitamin A
A) Vitamin B12 and folate (Vitamin B9)
What is the role of the MIND diet in older adults?
A) It helps reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease
B) It increases muscle mass
C) It prevents cardiovascular diseases
D) It improves physical performance in sports
A) It helps reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease
How does aging affect sleep patterns in older adults?
A) It increases total sleep time
B) It leads to more fragmented and less restorative sleep
C) It reduces the need for sleep
D) It improves the quality of REM sleep
B) It leads to more fragmented and less restorative sleep
Which food group is emphasized in the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet to support cognitive health?
A) Leafy green vegetables
B) Red meat
C) Processed sugars
D) Dairy products
A) Leafy green vegetables
Which vitamin is important for preventing osteoporosis in aging adults?
Vitamin D
What effect does sleep deprivation have on older adults’ cognitive function?
A) It enhances cognitive performance
B) It accelerates cognitive decline
C) It has no impact on cognition
D) It improves memory retention
B) It accelerates cognitive decline
Which of the following is a key dietary recommendation for older adults to maintain cognitive health?
A) High intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
B) Reducing fat intake to zero
C) Consuming primarily processed foods
D) Limiting fluid intake
A) High intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
Which nutrient has been shown to have a protective effect on brain function in aging adults?
A) Omega-3 fatty acids
B) Saturated fats
C) Refined sugars
D) Trans fats
A) Omega-3 fatty acids
How does the MIND diet help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
A) By emphasizing foods that support brain health like berries and leafy greens
B) By eliminating all carbohydrates from the diet
C) By focusing on high protein intake
D) By increasing caloric intake
A) By emphasizing foods that support brain health like berries and leafy greens
What role does the glymphatic system play in sleep for older adults?
A) It helps clear beta-amyloid and other toxins from the brain
B) It increases heart rate during sleep
C) It boosts muscle strength
D) It regulates breathing patterns
A) It helps clear beta-amyloid and other toxins from the brain
Which dietary approach is linked to the reduction of systolic and diastolic blood pressure in older adults?
A) DASH diet
B) High-protein diet
C) Low-carbohydrate diet
D) Ketogenic diet
A) DASH diet
What is the impact of Vitamin B12 deficiency in older adults?
A) It can cause cognitive decline and loss of balance
B) It improves cardiovascular health
C) It reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease
D) It enhances memory and learning ability
A) It can cause cognitive decline and loss of balance
