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Question 1

Which form of magnesium supplement is most bioavailable and least likely to cause digestive upset?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium glycinate

Answer

Magnesium glycinate is chelated with glycine, offering superior bioavailability and minimal laxative effect compared to forms like oxide or sulfate.

Question 2

What is the primary therapeutic use of adaptogenic herbs such as ashwagandha in nutritional therapy?

Accepted Answer

Supporting the body's resilience to physical and psychological stress via HPA axis modulation

Answer

Adaptogens like ashwagandha help modulate the HPA axis and reduce the physiological impact of chronic stress, supporting adrenal health and overall resilience.

Question 3

Which supplement is commonly recommended to support gut lining integrity, especially in cases of leaky gut?

Accepted Answer

Both B and C are correct

Answer

Both L-glutamine (primary fuel for enterocytes) and zinc carnosine have strong evidence for supporting intestinal mucosal integrity and reducing hyperpermeability.

Question 4

What is the recommended daily adequate intake of vitamin D3 for most adults according to functional medicine standards?

Accepted Answer

2,000–5,000 IU/day (based on blood levels)

Answer

Functional practitioners typically recommend 2,000–5,000 IU/day of vitamin D3 for adults, adjusted based on serum 25-OH vitamin D levels to achieve optimal ranges of 50–80 ng/mL.

Question 5

Which herbal remedy is most commonly used in nutritional therapy to support liver detoxification?

Accepted Answer

Milk thistle (silymarin)

Answer

Milk thistle contains silymarin, a flavonoid complex with hepatoprotective properties that supports liver cell regeneration and phase II detoxification pathways.

(NTA) Nutritional Therapy Association Certification Practice Test

(NTA) Nutritional Therapy Association Certification Practice Test

NTA NTA Supplementation & Herbal Medicine