Mental Health and Nutrition Quiz

Which neurotransmitter is synthesized and affected by the microbiota, influencing mood and behavior?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Acetylcholine

What is the role of calcium in mental health?

• Regulates fat metabolism

• Participates in muscle contraction and blood clotting

• Stimulates neurotransmitter production

Which is an example of a probiotic associated with reducing anxiety?

• Escherichia coli

• Bifidobacterium longum

• Streptococcus pyogenes

Which disease is associated with gut microbiota dysfunctions?

• Diabetes mellitus

• Obesity

• Skin cancer

What is the main axis that influences both the gut and the brain, according to recent studies?

• The gut-brain axis

• The brain-stomach connection

• The microbiota loop

Which mineral, crucial for bone health and muscle contraction, is found in foods like sardines, spinach, kale, broccoli, and almonds?

• Calcium

• Phosphorus

• Potassium

Which of the following statements about essential fatty acids is true?

• Omega-3 and omega-6 are saturated fats

• Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential for brain health

• Essential fatty acids are not important for the body

What does SDG 3 represent?

• Climate stabilization

• Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages

• Combating extreme poverty

Which of the following is not an important prebiotic for mental health?

• Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)

• Pectin

• Sodium