Week 8 - Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
T/F alcohol is a known cause of cancer
A
True
Heavy or regular alcohol consumption increases the risk of developing cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, liver, breast, colon, and rectum.
2
Q
Daily Alcohol recommendation for women / men
A
1 drink/day women
2 drinks/day men
3
Q
What tx showed increase telomerase activity?
A
Ornish diet
4
Q
What is the red pigment in foods? E.g. watermelon, tomatoes
A
Lycopene
Antioxidant
5
Q
Key antioxidants that help avoid cancer
A
Vitamin c
Beta-carotene
Vitamin E
Selenium
6
Q
Beta-carotene foods
A
Oranges
Yellow and green vegetables
7
Q
Vitamin E foods
A
Grains
Beans
8
Q
Selenium foods
A
Grains
Vegetables
Fruits
Legumes
9
Q
T/F there is correlation between higher glycemic load and higher colorectal cancer
A
True
