QUIZ 570

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Algae is high in polyunsaturated fatty acids and protein.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Spirulina has been shown to contain beta-carotene and phycocyanin, both pigments that act as antioxidants and help to reduce inflammation.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Beta-carotene, in particular, has been shown to promote eye health.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae (AFA) provides similar antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits due to its high phycocyanin content.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Spirulina can help reduce total cholesterol, raise HDL (“good” cholesterol), and lower blood pressure.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 569

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Metabolic syndrome is a collection of traits and behaviors that increase risk of developing heart problems, stroke, and type-2 diabetes.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Bikram is a version of Hatha, a traditional branch of yoga that combines postures and breathing.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Many of beer’s benefits stem from natural antioxidants, called phenols.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Phenols are found in beer, wine, and many foods, such as brightly-colored fruits (think apples, oranges, and cranberries).

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Edible “algae,” known as blue-green algae, include several types of bacteria and microalgae.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 568

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Ginger is known for calming nausea and motion sickness and reducing inflammation.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Raw ginger might ease sore muscles, alleviate symptoms of arthritis, and maybe even slow the growth of cancer cells.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Mint aids digestion.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Mint tea soothes hangovers.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Rosemary limits weight gain and improve cholesterol levels.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 567

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Scallions are part of the allium family of vegetables, which has been associated with cancer prevention and may help protect the body from free radicals.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Tomatoes contain lycopene, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may help prevent coronary heart disease.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Oil eugenol blockS enzymes in the body that cause swelling.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Chives are filled with antioxidants, vitamins A and C, and phytochemicals.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Cilantro yields high concentrations of carotenoids, a good source of vitamin A that may help protect against heart disease, stroke, and cancer.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 566

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Pungent garlic is a member of the cancer-fighting allium family.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Lemons are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Mandarin oranges are a decent source of antioxidants, calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, and fiber.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Mushrooms are good source of fiber and vitamin C as well as antioxidants and cancer-fighting compounds.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Salad greens like iceberg, spinach, romaine, red leaf, and arugula) are chock full of vitamins A, C, and K, and also contain folate and iron.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 565

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Avocados are chock full of healthy fats in addition to vitamins E and B6 and carotenoids.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Avocados are high in vitamin A.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Avocados are linked to a reduced risk of cancer, heart disease, and eye degeneration.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Carrots are a good source of a variety of vitamins and minerals, including thiamin, niacin, folate, manganese, potassium, and vitamins B6, A, C, and K.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Carrots supply carotenoids, which are a big boon for eye health.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 564

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Both red and white wines are effective antibacterial agents against strains of Streptococcus.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Wine when sipping slowly, absorption via the mucous membranes in the mouth can result in up to 100 times the blood levels of resveratrol.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. Procyanidins suppress the synthesis of a peptide called endothelin-1 that constricts blood vessels.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Procyanidins are compounds in grape seeds are responsible for red wine's heart benefits.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Red wines from the south of France and from Sardinia in Italy have been found to have the highest levels of procyanidins.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 563

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. In Christianity, wine is used in a sacred rite called the Eucharist.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. All alcohol is prohibited under Islamic law, although there has been a long tradition of drinking wine in some Islamic areas, especially in Persia.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. In Greater Persia, mey (Persian wine) was a central theme of poetry for more than a thousand years, long before the advent of Islam.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. To benefit fully from resveratrol in wine, it is recommended to sip slowly when drinking.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Due to inactivation in the gut and liver, most of the resveratrol consumed while drinking red wine does not reach the blood circulation.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 562

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. The most common wines purchased for investment include those from Bordeaux and Burgundy.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Italy was in 2012 the top producer on wine in the world, followed by France, Spain, the United States and Argentina.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. The world's southernmost vineyards are in the Central Otago region of New Zealand's South Island.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. The world's northern most vineyards are in Flen, Sweden.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Wine is an integral part of Jewish laws and traditions.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 561

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Sherry wine is used for cooking.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. The salt in cooking wine inhibits the growth of the microorganisms that produce acetic acid.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. A fermentative process will transform the alcohol into acetic acid resulting in wine vinegar.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. In the United States a wine needs to be composed of at least 75% of a particular grape to be labeled as a varietal wine.      

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. A varietal wine is wine made from a dominant grape such as a Chardonnay or a Cabernet Sauvignon.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 560

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Decanting is the act of pouring a wine into a special container just for breathing.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Sediment is more common in older bottles, but aeration may benefit younger wines.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. During aeration, a younger wine's exposure to air often "relaxes" the drink, making it smoother and better integrated in aroma, texture, and flavor.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. Older wines generally "fade" (lose their character and flavor intensity) with extended aeration.

      

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Wine aroma comes from volatile compounds released into the air

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 559

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Judging color is the first step in tasting a wine.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Dry wine has only a small amount of residual sugar.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. The sweetness of wine is determined by the amount of residual sugar in the wine after fermentation, relative to the acidity present in the wine.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. A "vintage wine" is made from grapes that were all or mostly grown in a particular year, and labeled as such.

      

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. Grafting is done in every wine-producing region in the world except in Argentina, the Canary Islands and Chile—the only places not yet exposed to the insect.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A

QUIZ 558

Check your Knowledge Quotient!

1. Wine is also used in Christian Eucharist ceremonies and the Jewish Kiddush.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

2. Lebanon is one of the world’s oldest sites of wine production.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

           

3. As the first great traders of wine, the Phoenicians seem to have protected it from oxidation with a layer of olive oil, followed by a seal of pinewood and resin.

           

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

4. The first known mention of grape-based wines in India is from the late 4th-century BC writings of Chanakya.

      

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

5. In his writings, Chanakya condemns the use of alcohol.

A. True

B. False

C. Both of the above

D. None of the above

Best of luck!

Answers

1 – A, 2 – A, 3 – A, 4 – A, 5 – A