CNC Digestive Health & Gut Nutrition 2

Question 1

Which vitamin requires intrinsic factor for absorption and is primarily absorbed in the terminal ileum?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin B12

Answer

Vitamin C

Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Folate

Question 2

What is the primary role of hydrochloric acid (HCl) secreted by the stomach?

Accepted Answer

Activating pepsinogen and creating an acidic environment for protein denaturation

Answer

Emulsifying fats for absorption

Answer

Neutralizing pancreatic enzymes

Answer

Absorbing water-soluble vitamins

Question 3

Which condition is characterized by chronic inflammation of the inner lining of the colon and rectum?

Accepted Answer

Ulcerative colitis

Answer

Crohn's disease

Answer

Irritable bowel syndrome

Answer

Celiac disease

Question 4

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, what is the recommended daily fiber intake for adult women under age 50?

Accepted Answer

25 grams

Answer

15 grams

Answer

38 grams

Answer

45 grams

Question 5

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of probiotics?

Accepted Answer

Kefir

Answer

White bread

Answer

Canned corn

Answer

Apple juice

Question 6

What is the enteric nervous system (ENS) often called?

Accepted Answer

The second brain

Answer

The second heart

Answer

The third kidney

Answer

The auxiliary spine

Question 7

How does chronic psychological stress most directly impair gut health?

Accepted Answer

It elevates cortisol, which can alter gut motility, increase intestinal permeability, and disrupt microbiome balance

Answer

It permanently increases bile acid production

Answer

It reduces the number of taste receptors in the mouth

Answer

It directly prevents absorption of vitamin A