Weekly Health Quiz: Puberty Blockers, Vitamin B12, and DMSO

1 What’s a practical way to keep your iron levels in a healthy range for stroke prevention?

• Eat more iron-rich foods like spinach daily
• Take an iron supplement every morning
• Donate blood two to four times a year
  

  Regular blood donation is an effective way to manage iron levels, reducing excess iron that could worsen stroke damage. It’s a proactive step for your brain health. Learn more.

• Exercise intensely to burn off excess iron

2 How can vitamin K2 improve your life as you age?

• It guarantees you’ll never have a fracture
• It boosts your energy levels for daily activities
• It improves bone mineral density
  

  A review in Nutrients showed that higher vitamin K2 intake enhances bone mineral density and reduces fracture risk, especially for older adults and postmenopausal women, helping you maintain strong bones. Learn more.

• It helps you build muscle mass faster

3 How could managing your iron levels improve your outcome if a stroke happens?

• It helps your brain heal faster after a stroke
• It drastically reduces the risk of strokes from occurring
• It reduces the severity of brain damage during a stroke
  

  Lower iron levels can limit the extent of brain cell death during a stroke, protecting more of your brain and improving recovery chances. Learn more.

• It improves your blood pressure to avoid complications

4 Why have chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer become more common in modern times?

• People are living shorter lives than before
• Modern lifestyles involve less physical activity
  

  Sedentary lifestyles contribute to chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer. Less daily movement, unlike the manual labor of past generations, leads to health issues. Learn more.

• Medical advances have eliminated infectious diseases
• Chronic diseases are purely genetic and unavoidable

5 How quickly can creatine start making your arteries healthier?

• After 6 months
• After 1 year
• After 3 months
• After 1 week
  

  Creatine can make your arteries less stiff in just one week, improving blood flow and supporting heart health. This quick effect is due to creatine’s role in providing energy to cells and aiding nitric oxide production, which keeps arteries flexible. Learn more.

6 How can you use your purchasing power to support your health and food freedom?

• Buy lab-grown foods to support innovation in food technology
• Purchase from brands that prioritize synthetic alternatives over traditional foods
• Support real food by buying from local, sustainable farms
  

  Using your purchasing power to support local farms and real food producers promotes nutrient-rich options and preserves consumer control over food choices. Learn more.

• Choose imported foods for a wider variety of options

7 What’s a serious side effect of puberty blockers you should watch for?

• Temporary fatigue that resolves on its own
• Mild skin irritation from the medication
• Brain swelling or vision loss
  

  Puberty blockers can cause serious side effects like brain swelling and vision loss, which require immediate attention. Being aware of these risks ensures you can monitor your child’s health closely and act quickly if needed. Learn more.

• Occasional mood swings that are easily managed

8 What’s a safer alternative you can use instead of dryer sheets to protect your health and home?

• Use extra detergent to soften clothes naturally
• Try organic wool dryer balls or white vinegar with essential oils
  

  Organic wool dryer balls or white vinegar with essential oils are safe, effective alternatives that avoid toxic chemicals and reduce risks to your health and home. They’re gentle on fabrics and eco-friendly too! Learn more.

• Add baking soda to your wash for a fresh scent
• Increase your dryer’s heat setting to reduce static

9 What’s one way TCE harms your brain, and why should you care?

• It temporarily boosts memory but causes fatigue
• It enhances focus and concentration over time
• It causes neuron death linked to Parkinson’s
  

  TCE disrupts energy production in brain cells, leading to inflammation and neuron death in the region tied to Parkinson’s disease. This makes reducing exposure critical to protecting your long-term brain health. Learn more.

• It only affects your mood for a short period

10 Who might need to consider a vitamin B12 supplement for their brain health?

• Vegans, older adults, or those taking medications like metformin
  

  Vegans lack dietary B12 sources, older adults may absorb less B12, and medications like metformin can reduce B12 levels. Supplements can help these groups maintain optimal brain health. Learn more.

• People who exercise regularly
• Individuals who drink coffee daily
• Teenagers with active lifestyles

11 How do essential oils like eucalyptus and peppermint help your joints feel better?

• They only mask pain with a strong scent
• They cool your skin without affecting joints
• They improve blood flow and reduce inflammation
  

  Eucalyptus and peppermint oils target inflammation and enhance blood flow, supporting joint healing and providing relief for arthritis symptoms. Learn more.

• They only work for short-term muscle soreness

12 How can you maintain optimal vitamin D levels to support your brain health and lower MS risk?

• Get sensible sun exposure and have your levels tested regularly
  

  Sensible sun exposure or D3 supplementation, combined with regular blood tests, ensures your vitamin D levels stay in the optimal range (60 to 80 ng/mL), supporting brain health and reducing MS risk. Learn more.

• Eat more vitamin D-rich foods like broccoli and spinach
• Exercise outdoors daily to enhance vitamin D absorption
• Drink fortified milk exclusively to meet vitamin D needs

13 How might DMSO amplify the benefits of other medications for your health?

• It combines with other drugs to create a super-drug
• It enhances the cancer-fighting effects of various drugs
  

  DMSO works synergistically with other pharmaceutical agents, amplifying their ability to fight cancer. Learn more.

• It replaces all other medications entirely
• It makes drugs smell better for easier use

14 What health issue can glycerol in slushies cause in your child, even if they’re otherwise healthy?

• Temporary high blood pressure
• Mild stomach cramps
• Dangerously low blood sugar
  

  Glycerol can trigger severe symptoms, including dangerously low blood sugar, in healthy children with no prior health issues. Recognizing this risk empowers you to make safer choices for your child. Learn more.

• Increased thirst

15 Why should you be cautious about the ingredients in your pain relievers?

• They might contain artificial colors that affect your mood
• They may contain caffeine, keeping you awake at night
• They often have high sugar content, raising your blood sugar
• They could include hidden gluten, triggering reactions if you’re sensitive
  

  A study found that 44.4% of pain relievers contain gluten, which can cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Being cautious about these hidden allergens helps you avoid digestive issues or other health problems. Learn more.

16 How can free-form dancing improve your social and emotional well-being?

• It’s mainly a competitive activity that builds resilience
• It fosters social connections and enhances mood
  

  Dancing encourages social bonds, boosts mood through self-expression, and promotes emotional health, making it a powerful tool for lifelong well-being. Learn more.

• It’s best done alone to focus on personal goals
• It only benefits those who are already outgoing

17 How does gardening give your brain a workout?

• It challenges multiple brain regions with tasks like planning and problem-solving
  

  Gardening engages your brain through activities like planning a garden layout, remembering planting schedules, solving pest issues, and making decisions about plant care. This provides a more complete mental workout than simple physical tasks or passive observation. Learn more.

• It mainly improves your physical strength through digging and Blanting
• It focuses on repetitive tasks that calm your mind without much thinking
• It only stimulates your brain through visual observation of plants

18 How much linoleic acid should you aim to consume daily to protect your mental health?

• Under 10 grams
• Under 2 grams
  

  Linoleic acid in vegetable oils can damage mitochondria and increase inflammation. Keeping your daily intake below 2 grams, or at least under 5 grams, supports better brain function and mental health. Learn more.

• Under 15 grams
• Under 20 grams

19 What lesson from Dr. Humphries’ journey can improve your approach to health?

• Always follow medical advice without question
• Avoid dogmatic thinking and examine evidence critically
  

  Dr. Humphries’ shift to researching vaccines came from observing kidney issues after flu shots and questioning conventional narratives. By avoiding rigid beliefs and critically examining medical practices, you can make better-informed choices for your health. Learn more.

• Only trust health advice from traditional sources
• Ignore patterns in your health to avoid worry

20 How can you tell if you’re metabolically healthy?

• You never feel hungry
• You sleep exactly 8 hours every night
• You maintain a consistent weight without effort
• You have no chronic pain and plenty of energy
  

  Metabolic health means your body efficiently processes energy, leading to no chronic pain and abundant energy for daily life. Learn more.

21 How can you easily check if your body is producing enough energy?

• Measure your heart rate after exercise to see if it’s elevated
• Track your sleep duration to ensure you’re well-rested
• Take your body temperature after meals to check for a rise
  

  A simple way to assess energy production is to measure your body temperature 30 to 40 minutes after breakfast and midday. A rise in temperature indicates your body is producing energy effectively. Learn more.

• Monitor your appetite to see if you’re eating enough