Superfoods Flashcards
1
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- How would you use coriander and microalgae in conjunction?
A
- Coriander is used to mobilise heavy metals, microalgae e.g. spirulina and chlorella binds to them for excretion
2
Q
- Why could chlorophyll be used to boost energy
A
- Chlorophyll is an excellent source of Magnesium which is required by the body to create ATP
3
Q
- Describe drug interactions with Seaweed
A
- Thyroid medication e.g. Thyroxine due to high energy content
4
Q
- What is the name of the component that makes Spiurlina an effective ant-cancer agent?
A
- Phycocyanin
5
Q
- What is left in refined grains?
A
- Endosperm only
6
Q
- What are 2 gluten free wholegrains?
A
- Quinoa, Buck wheat
7
Q
- Why may you need to be careful with chia seeds and someone on medication
A
- Chia seeds mucilaginous which may interfere with the absorption of some medications
8
Q
- Why may you recommend chia seeds for someone with CVD
A
- Excellent source of Omega 3
9
Q
- What may you use Elderberry for therapeutically?
A
- To support immune system and support fever
10
Q
- What may you use MACA root for?
A
- To support fertility and libido, energy and concentration
11
Q
- What like-for-like compound may be used to support hay fever?
A
- Bee pollen
12
Q
- What may you use ginger for?
A
Increase digestive fire, anti microbial, anti nausea
13
Q
- Why may you use broccoli sprouts over adult broccoli?
A
- 500x more digestive enzymes and vitamins and minerals