Weekly Health Quiz: Aspirin Alternatives, Prebiotics, and Omega-3 Supplements

1 Why are vegetable oils a concern for your health?

• They are high in saturated fats, which clog arteries
• They contain linoleic acid, which causes inflammation
  

  Vegetable oils, often marketed as healthy, are high in linoleic acid, which can contribute to inflammation and metabolic issues like mitochondrial dysfunction. Learn more.

• They lack essential vitamins, leading to nutrient deficiencies
• They are processed with sugars, spiking blood glucose

2 Why does stress make your gut more sensitive to pain?

• Stress increases the production of stomach acid, which irritates your gut
• Stress boosts mast cell activity, leading to nerve hypersensitivity in your gut
  

  Stress increases mast cell activity in your gut, which heightens nerve sensitivity and triggers immune changes. This makes your gut more likely to experience pain and discomfort, contributing to IBS symptoms. Learn more.

• Stress only affects your brain, not your gut’s pain response
• Stress causes your gut to produce fewer pain-relieving hormones

3 What’s a key reason your energy levels might be low due to modern habits?

• You’re eating too many whole foods, slowing metabolism
• You’re exercising too much, overworking your cells
• You’re not getting enough sunlight, disrupting mitochondrial function
  

  Lack of sunlight exposure, along with poor diet and inactivity, impairs mitochondrial function, leading to energy deficits and fatigue. Learn more.

• You’re sleeping too long, reducing energy production

4 What role do your T cells play in preventing cancer spread with aspirin’s help?

• They shrink existing tumors in your organs
• They produce antibodies to mark cancer cells for destruction
• They repair damaged blood vessels to stop cancer movement
• They attack cancer cells trying to spread through your body
  

  Aspirin boosts your T cells, which actively target and attack cancer cells attempting to metastasize, helping to prevent the spread of cancer to other parts of your body. Learn more.

5 What’s an effective at-home treatment you can try to relieve an ingrown toenail?

• Soaking the nail with a soothing essential oil blend
• Wrapping the toe tightly with a bandage to reduce swelling
• Soaking your foot in warm water with Epsom salt
  

  Soaking your foot in warm water with Epsom salt reduces swelling and softens the skin, making it easier to gently lift the nail or manage discomfort. This simple, practical treatment promotes healing and helps you stay comfortable without invasive measures. Learn more.

• Applying a cold pack to numb the area

6 What can you do to promote safer dental practices in your community?

• Advocate for removing fluoridated water to improve dental outcomes
• Encourage education and access to fluoride-free and mercury-free dental options
  

  Western European nations prioritize education, fluoride-free products, and dietary improvements over fluoridation, and many countries restrict mercury amalgam use. By advocating for these safer practices, you can help your community adopt dental care that minimizes health risks while maintaining effectiveness. Learn more.

• Exchange mercury amalgam fillings for cost-effective solutions
• Focus solely on increasing dental checkups without changing materials

7 Why is early detection of chronic conditions like ADHD or autism so important for your child?

• It helps them succeed in school and life
  

  Early detection of chronic conditions like ADHD or autism allows for timely interventions that support your child’s ability to thrive in school and beyond, addressing challenges before they escalate. Learn more.

• It guarantees a complete cure
• It reduces the need for any lifestyle changes
• It prevents all environmental toxin exposure

8 Why should you be cautious about artificial food dyes in processed foods?

• They make foods taste better but are hard to digest
• They can cause behavioral issues like hyperactivity in children
  

  Artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1 are linked to behavioral problems in children, such as hyperactivity, restlessness, and attention difficulties. Choosing dye-free foods can help support your child’s well-being. Learn more.

• They add nutritional value but are costly for manufacturers
• They improve food appearance but reduce shelf life

9 How can poor oral health affect your body beyond your mouth?

• It only causes bad breath and tooth decay
• It weakens your teeth, making chewing painful
• It causes harmful bacteria to enter your bloodstream, triggering pain
  

  When gum tissue is inflamed due to poor oral health, harmful bacteria like Mycoplasma salivarium can enter your bloodstream. This disrupts your immune system and may trigger systemic pain, contributing to conditions like migraines and fibromyalgia. Learn more.

• It reduces saliva, causing dry mouth and discomfort

10 Why should you avoid high-sugar foods to manage anxiety?

• High-sugar foods stabilize gut bacteria, but they’re hard to digest
• They reduce beneficial bacteria, but only in small amounts
• They directly calm the brain, but only temporarily
• They fuel harmful bacteria, increasing inflammation and anxiety
  

  High-sugar foods promote the growth of harmful gut bacteria, leading to inflammation that disrupts brain chemistry and worsens anxiety. Learn more.

11 What dietary choice can protect your inner ear and reduce tinnitus symptoms?

• High caffeine energy drinks
• Low-fiber fast food
• Moderate dairy intake
  

  Moderate dairy intake, along with fiber and caffeine, showed protective benefits in studies by improving circulation and supporting inner ear stability. Learn more.

• Excessive processed cheese

12 Why might you consider tai chi or lifestyle changes before blood pressure medications?

• Medications are ineffective at lowering blood pressure
• Medications can cause side effects like fainting or kidney injury
  

  Blood pressure medications can have side effects like fainting, kidney injury, and cognitive decline, making natural alternatives like tai chi a safer first step. Learn more.

• Natural methods always work faster than medications
• Medications are only available by prescription

13 What is one reason critics argue SIDS was blamed on infants sleeping on their stomachs?

• It was proven to be the primary cause of SIDS
• It shifted attention away from potential vaccine-related causes
  

  Critics claim that blaming SIDS on stomach sleeping was a way to divert attention from vaccines as a potential cause, despite limited evidence supporting this as the sole reason for SIDS. Learn more.

• It was based on new scientific evidence from sleep studies
• It aligned with global health campaigns to reduce SIDS

14 How can you best prevent anger outbursts in your daily life?

• Regularly practice relaxation techniques to lower stress
  

  Regular practice of relaxation techniques lowers baseline stress levels, helping prevent anger outbursts over time. This approach offers long-term benefits for both mental and physical health. Learn more.

• Schedule intense workouts to release pent-up energy
• Keep a journal to vent your frustrations daily
• Use deep breathing only when you feel angry

15 What type of physical activity is recommended to protect your hearing and heart?

• Moderate-intenstiy weightlifting to build muscle safely
• No physical activity to avoid strain
• Gentle movement like walking or yoga
  

  Increasing gentle movement, such as walking or yoga, promotes better circulation and reduces stress, benefiting both your hearing and heart health. These activities are accessible and effective for long-term well-being. Learn more.

• Practice endurance sports casually for maximum heart benefits

16 What’s driving the rapid rise of obesity in developing countries like yours might be?

• Difficult access to fresh, home-cooked meals
• A shift toward ultraprocessed foods in diets
  

  Developing countries are experiencing fast-growing obesity rates due to a shift toward ultraprocessed foods, which are often high in sugars and unhealthy fats. Learn more.

• Widespread adoption of low-fat, high-fiber diets
• Reduced availability of sugary beverages

17 Why is your diet during pregnancy so important for your baby’s liver health?

• It determines how much your baby weighs at birth
• It decides whether your baby will need liver supplements later in life
• It controls how quickly your baby’s liver grows after birth
• It affects how your baby’s liver regulates bile acids and oxygen levels
  

  A 2025 study found that a Western diet high in unhealthy fats and refined sugar during pregnancy disrupts your baby’s liver ability to regulate bile acids and maintain oxygen levels, leading to toxic buildup and inflammation. Learn more.

18 Why should you monitor your emotions after an illness?

• To avoid thinking about your health altogether
• To suppress all emotional responses for faster recovery
• To notice if inflammation is triggering mood changes
  

  Monitoring your emotions after illness helps you spot mood changes caused by inflammation, allowing you to take steps like adjusting your diet or lifestyle to manage it effectively. Learn more.

• To focus only on physical symptoms, not mental ones

19 Which omega-3 source is easiest for your body to absorb?

• Synthetic triglyceride fish oil supplements
• Omega-3s in phospholipid form, like those in krill oil or fatty fish
  

  Omega-3s in phospholipid form, found in krill oil and wild-caught fatty fish, are more easily absorbed by your body compared to synthetic triglycerides in many fish oil supplements. Learn more.

• High-dose fish oil capsules with added vitamins
• Plant-based omega-3s from flaxseed oil

20 What’s a key benefit of donating blood regularly to manage your iron levels?

• It boosts your red blood cell production
• It lowers your risk of iron-related health issues
  

  Regular blood donation reduces excess iron, lowering the risk of heart attack, cancer, and liver damage. Learn more.

• It increases your iron absorption from food
• It improves your cholesterol levels

21 How does sunlight help your body produce cellular energy?

• It boosts your mood, indirectly increasing energy levels
• It provides vitamin D, which directly fuels your mitochondria
• It delivers red and near-infrared light that your body uses for ATP production
  

  When sunlight touches your skin, your body captures red and near-infrared light and converts it into electrons. These electrons feed the electron transport chain in your mitochondria to create ATP, the energy currency of your cells. Learn more.

• It warms your skin, speeding up metabolic processes