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Water Basics
Phytochemical Basics
Water Application
Phytochemical Application
Health Risks
100
Water is considered an essential?
Nutrient
100
Phyto means?
Plant
100
When we inhale our body adds ? to the air
moisture
100
The brighter the fruit or vegetable the "?" the antioxident content.
higher
100
What is the name for water intoxication?
Hyponatremia
200
Water is classified as what type of nutrient?
Micronutrient
200
Are free radicals a positive or negative thing to our body?
negative
200
Why does our body add moisture to the air we inhale?
So our body can process it.
200
Name the two major categories of phytochemicals?
Carotenoids and Flavonoids
200
Water intoxication is caused by?
An imbalance of sodium and water in the cells
300
What percentage of the amount of fluids recommended daily should be plain water?
50%
300
How many major categories of phytochemicals are there?
worksheet states 2 but the outline you completed has 3
300
What is the recommended amount of times one should urinate clear in a day?
at least 3 (I said to aim for 1 in the beginning though)
300
What phytochemical is found in tomatoes?
Lycopene
300
Is this statement true or false and explain. If you eat an abundance of antioxidants it can help prevent cancer.
True....
400
Water makes up what percentage of one's mature body weight?
55-75%
400
Chemical compounds in plants that offer many health benefits are called?
phytochemicals
400
What three factors should be considered when figuring out how much water you need per day?
Height, weight, muscle mass, activity level and outdoor temperature
400
Explain why organic fruits and vegetables are thought to have a higher level of antioxidants than those sprayed with pesticides
The root system develops more phytochemicals to defend against disease.
400
To inhibit blood flow to cells is called?
anti-angiogenesis
500
What is a sign of dehydration?
cracked lips... dark urine... NOT thirst
500
Phytochemicals convert to ? in the body which helps combat the damage caused by free radicals
antioxidants
500
How many servings of fruits and vegetables is recommended per day to help you stay hydrated and to help you get enough antioxidants in your body?
5-9
500
Explain how antioxidants fight free radicals in the body?
They balance the free radical so it will not multiply and create more unstable cells.
500
List 2 possible negative consequences of not getting enough antioxidants in your diet?
aging, increased risk for certain diseases