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1. The recommendation to have a BMI of less than 25 is NOT useful in the fight a

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Question

1.       The recommendation to have a BMI of less than 25 is NOT useful in the fight against cancer risk.

a. True

b. False

2.       The number of servings a day of fruits and vegetables that is recommended to reduce the risk of cancer is:

a. <2

c. >5

b. 3-4

d. fruits and veggies don’t reduce cancer risk

3.       All of the following are micronutrients have been shown to improve immune system function EXCEPT:

a. Vitamin E

c. Protein

b. Vitamin B6

d. Zinc

4.       In class, you received a list of some warning signs of cancer. Which of the following would be helpful in early detection of cancer?

a. Paying attention to how long a sore takes to heal; noticing a thickening or discharge anywhere

b. Being aware of bladder and bowel habits; knowing what your warts and moles look like (and how many you have)

c. Self exams; awareness of a nagging cough

d. Noting changes in the menstrual cycle

e. All of the above would help detect cancer early

5.       Which of the following is NOT a prime component of the cancer cachexia syndrome?

a. Excessive weight loss

c. Drug-nutrient interactions

b. Accelerated metabolism

d. Inadequate nutrient intake

a. True

b. False

Explanation / Answer

1.The recommendation to have a BMI of less than 25 is not useful in the fight against cancer risk is false.

People with BMI higher than 30 are at a risk of heart diseases, diabetes, cancer,and other disease. BMI with less than 25 is considered as normal condition.

2.Answer is c. more than 5.

The number of servings of fruits and vegetables a day that is recommended to reduce the risk of cancer is more than 5.

5 servings of fruits and vegetables is protective and 10 servings provide great benefits.

3.Answer is c. protein.

Protein is a macronutrient and it provides large amounts of energy to the body and these are taken in large amounts to the body.

4. Answer is E.

Lumps, sores that fail to heal, abnormal bleeding, indigestion, and chronic hoarseness are the early signs of cancer.

5.Drug and nutrient interaction is not a prime component of cancer cachexia syndrome.

Inadequate nutrient intake that is the reduced food intake, metabolic changes and excessive weight loss are the causes of this syndrome.