Take this fun quiz to see how much you know about achieving great health and avoiding sickness and disease.
Answers are at the end—no peeking!
Quiz Questions
1. Laxatives are a safe and effective treatment for constipation.
☐ True ☐ False
2. Which of the following is a consequence of chronic stress?
A. Indigestion
B. Elevated blood pressure
C. Getting sick more often
D. Carb cravings
E. Hormonal imbalances
F. All of the above are consequences of stress
3. The average person passes gas 25 times per day.
☐ True ☐ False
4. Doctors can only prescribe medications for the conditions the FDA says they should be used for.
☐ True ☐ False
5. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of low thyroid (hypothyroidism)?
A. Tiredness / fatigue
B. Hair loss
C. Sore throat
D. Depression
E. Weight gain
6. The best way to reduce your colon cancer risk is to get a colonoscopy.
☐ True ☐ False
7. Weight gain is a normal consequence of aging.
☐ True ☐ False
8. Which is NOT one of the best ways to treat a fever?
A. Taking a lukewarm bath
B. Resting
C. Taking ibuprofen or acetaminophen
D. Drinking fluids
E. Taking probiotics
9. You don’t have to eat a healthy diet as long as you exercise regularly.
☐ True ☐ False
10. Which of these are helpful ways to keep your brain sharp?
A. Getting sources of Omega-3 fatty acids
B. Challenging your brain with books, crossword puzzles, word scrambles, and other mental exercises
C. Getting enough Vitamin B12
D. Regular exercise
E. All of the above
F. None of the above
Still with me? Don’t worry — most people miss more than half of these. Keep going. 😉
11. Energy drinks (like Monster) are safe and a reliable way to boost your energy during the day.
☐ True ☐ False
12. What common fungus may be an underlying factor behind the following symptoms or conditions?
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Fatigue; exhaustion
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Chronic sinus and/or allergy issues
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Repeated UTIs or vaginal yeast infections
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Brain fog
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Mood swings
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Joint pain
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Gas, bloating, heartburn, or constipation
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Persistent cough or sore throat
13. Medical errors are the number three cause of death in the U.S.
☐ True ☐ False
14. What is the single biggest factor that determines whether or not you will enjoy great health?
A. Taking a multivitamin
B. How much water you drink each day
C. Taking all your medications as prescribed
D. Your gut
E. Regular exercise
15. How do each of these habits affect your risk of heart disease?
(Raise, lower, or no effect)
A. You don’t exercise
B. You get 7–9 hours of sleep every night
C. You use sunscreen every time you’re in the sun
D. You use “heart-healthy” polyunsaturated seed oils and margarine
E. You floss regularly
16. Which of the following does NOT cause feelings of hunger?
A. Being thirsty
B. Lacking nutrients
C. Having high levels of stress
D. Medications
E. All of the above can cause hunger
17. Every major drug company is a convicted felon, having been fined multi-millions for lying, fudging or destroying safety studies, sweeping side effects under the rug, or downplaying the risks of their products.
☐ True ☐ False
18. Which of the following is NOT a cause of chronic halitosis (bad breath)?
A. Imbalanced gut microbiome
B. Not using mouthwash
C. Gum disease
D. Eating onions and garlic
E. Sinus problems
19. The evening news is your best source of information about health-related topics and how to prevent sickness and disease.
☐ True ☐ False
20. What is the best diet to help achieve a healthy body weight and prevent sickness and disease?
Answers
Let’s see how you did! 👇
1. False.
Laxative use can weaken intestinal muscles responsible for peristalsis, worsening constipation over time. Long-term use can also lead to dependency, disrupt the gut microbiome, encourage leaky gut, and weaken immune function.
2. F. All of the above.
Chronic stress affects digestion, immunity, hormones, cravings, and cardiovascular health.
3. False.
It’s normal to pass gas about 14–18 times per day. Chronic, excessive, or foul-smelling gas may signal digestive imbalance.
4. False.
Doctors may prescribe medications “off-label,” meaning for uses not officially approved by the FDA.
5. C. Sore throat.
Hypothyroidism causes many symptoms, but sore throat is not typically one of them.
6. False.
A colonoscopy detects cancer after it occurs; it does not reduce risk. Diet, vitamin D, exercise, gut health, and avoiding refined carbs and unhealthy oils are key prevention strategies.
7. False.
While metabolism and hormones change with age, weight gain is not inevitable and can often be addressed through diet, exercise, and hormone balance.
8. C. Taking ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
These medications lower fever but suppress immune function and may prolong illness. Acetaminophen also depletes glutathione, the body’s master antioxidant.
9. False.
Exercise cannot compensate for the damage caused by an unhealthy diet.
10. E. All of the above.
Nutrition, mental stimulation, and physical activity all support brain health.
11. False.
Energy drinks may cause:
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Heart palpitations
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Anxiety or panic attacks
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Chest pain
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Liver stress
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Blood sugar spikes and insulin resistance
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Dental damage
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Belly fat gain
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Fatigue and mood crashes
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Even death
12. Candida overgrowth.
All listed symptoms may be linked to fungal imbalance in the body.
13. True.
Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the U.S., though they are not officially tracked by the CDC.
14. D. Your gut.
The gut houses ~80% of the immune system and is essential for nutrient absorption and waste elimination.
15.
Raise; Lower; Raise; Raise; Lower.
16. E. All of the above.
Thirst, nutrient deficiencies, stress, and medications can all trigger hunger signals.
17. True.
18. B and D.
Not using mouthwash and eating onions or garlic do not cause chronic bad breath.
19. False.
Mainstream media receives the majority of its ad revenue from pharmaceutical companies, creating bias in health reporting.
20.
The best diet is one based on real, whole foods while avoiding processed foods, unhealthy fats, and excess sugar.
There are thousands of diets, but the foundation of health is always nutrient-dense, minimally processed food.
Final Thoughts 💚
If these questions sounded familiar, it’s because many of these topics have been covered before. And if a few tripped you up—no worries. Learning and growing is what matters most.
With my writings and the Holistic Blends line of products, I’ll continue doing everything I can to help YOU improve your health.
To your health,
Sherry Brescia
