Basic Immunonutrition Quiz

What is the relationship between nutrition and the immune system?

• Nutrition has no effect on immunity.

• Nutrition can impair immune function.

• Nutrition is unrelated to disease.

• Nutrition only affects physical health.

What can nutrient deficiencies lead to?

• Improved immune function.

• Increased susceptibility to infection.

• Enhanced energy levels.

• Better mental health.

What is the role of adipose tissue in immunity?

• It releases adipokines and regulates inflammation.

• It only stores energy.

• It decreases insulin sensitivity.

• It has no role in immunity.

Which type of macrophages are pro-inflammatory?

• Regulatory T cells.

• M1 macrophages.

• M2 macrophages.

• Eosinophils.

What is the effect of omega-3 fatty acids on inflammation?

• They increase inflammation.

• They only affect heart health.

• They have no effect on inflammation.

• They dampen inflammatory responses.

What is the consequence of adipose tissue mass expansion?

• Increased insulin sensitivity.

• Decreased need for blood vessels.

• Death of adipocytes due to insufficient blood supply.

• Improved metabolic health.

What role does vitamin D play in inflammation?

• It has anti-inflammatory activity.

• It only affects bone health.

• It promotes inflammation.

• It has no effect on inflammation.

What is the function of regulatory T cells in adipose tissue?

• They promote inflammation.

• They enhance insulin sensitivity.

• They have no role in adipose tissue.

• They only respond to pathogens.

Which nutrient is essential for DNA methylation?

• Vitamin D.

• Vitamin A.

• Vitamin C.

• Folic acid.

What happens to macrophages when adipocytes die?

• They only respond to pathogens.

• They promote insulin sensitivity.

• They release cytokines.

• They become inactive.