Describe any two anti-cancer properties of fruits and vegetables that make them an important part of a cancer prevention diet?
Fruits and vegetables have antioxidants that are compounds that may neutralize free-radical molecules in the tissues. These free-radical molecules can react with proteins, DNA, and fats in the cells and can cause changes in the cells that cause them to grow into a tumor.
Fruits and vegetables also contain high levels of vitamins such as Vitamin C and folate. Vitamin C is an antioxidant molecule and folate is a B vitamin that helps to control the growth of cells.
Fruits and vegetables contain fibers that help the body eliminate wastes from the large intestine. This reduces the risk of inflammation and toxin build up that could lead to the development of some types of cancers.
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A. build healthy eating patterns. B. reduce consumption of certain foods and food components. C. increase consumption of certain foods and food components. D. balance calories to manage weight.
Imagine that you are in charge of What We Eat in America, a national nutrition survey. Some people have suggested eliminating the survey due to budget constraints. How would you respond?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is a potential long-term complication of type 1 diabetes mellitus?
a. Hypoglycemia b. Gastroparesis c. Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome d. Diabetic ketoacidosis
Which of the following health problems is NOT associated with high protein intakes?
A) high blood cholesterol B) sickle cell anemia C) kidney disease D) increased urea production