SAFM LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION DW 2025/26
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS.
1 of 49
Term
An imbalance in Phase 1 and Phase 2 liver detoxification in the body
can cause
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a large build-up of free
radicals (or reactive oxygen a reduction in inflammation markers
species or oxidative stress).
, an increase in muscle mass a decrease in energy production
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2 of 49
Definition
●Emulsify dietary fats in order to increase digestion and
absorption or, phrased differently, to increase the activity and
effectiveness of lipases in digesting dietary fats.
●Increase the digestion and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
●Keep microbial balance in the intestines by acting as
an antimicrobial.
●Break down lipopolysaccharides (LPS) to reduce likelihood of
immune system reactions to excess levels of this endotoxin.
●Regulate pH in the intestines to optimize the action of
digestive enzymes and prevent microbial overgrowths.
● Carry the waste product bilirubin and a variety of conjugated
toxins from the liver to the GI tract for overall disposal of wastes via
stool.
●Bile salts act to regulate lipid synthesis in the liver, in concert
with insulin.
●Help regulate oxalate absorption from the gut by minimizing
binding of minerals to maldigested fats.
●Help regulate blood cholesterol levels by keeping cholesterol
in circulation as bile.
●Regulate insulin production and release via secondary bile acids.
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, Name three important
functions of bile which Where is more than 90%
were explicitly covered of serotonin produced?
during your SAFM
coursework.
Three of the most common
symptoms of insufficient stomach List three relatively common
acid (or hypochlorhydria) can contributors to the development of
include: hypertension.
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3 of 49
Term
Name 3 types of small intestinal overgrowths of commensal
microbes, and the gaseous byproducts they produce.
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1. mindful breathing
2.chewing thoroughly
3. eating in a relaxed parasympathetic nervous system mode
4. eating slowly
5. not overconsuming water while eating
6.not consuming veyry cold liquids or overly alkaline water while eating
7.not overconsuming food
8.focusing on the meal
answer key page 1-2
a. SIBO - hydrogen gas b. IMO - methane gas c. H2S - hydrogen sulfide
gas
, a large build-up of free radicals (or reactive oxygen species or oxidative stress).
1. HCl (stomach acid)
2.digestive enzymes
3. bile
answer key page 1
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4 of 49
Term
Too little serotonin may contribute to___________________.
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accelerated metabolism and weight
hypomotility and constipation loss
improved mood and focus increased energy and alertness
Don't know?
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS.
1 of 49
Term
An imbalance in Phase 1 and Phase 2 liver detoxification in the body
can cause
Give this one a try later!
a large build-up of free
radicals (or reactive oxygen a reduction in inflammation markers
species or oxidative stress).
, an increase in muscle mass a decrease in energy production
Don't know?
2 of 49
Definition
●Emulsify dietary fats in order to increase digestion and
absorption or, phrased differently, to increase the activity and
effectiveness of lipases in digesting dietary fats.
●Increase the digestion and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
●Keep microbial balance in the intestines by acting as
an antimicrobial.
●Break down lipopolysaccharides (LPS) to reduce likelihood of
immune system reactions to excess levels of this endotoxin.
●Regulate pH in the intestines to optimize the action of
digestive enzymes and prevent microbial overgrowths.
● Carry the waste product bilirubin and a variety of conjugated
toxins from the liver to the GI tract for overall disposal of wastes via
stool.
●Bile salts act to regulate lipid synthesis in the liver, in concert
with insulin.
●Help regulate oxalate absorption from the gut by minimizing
binding of minerals to maldigested fats.
●Help regulate blood cholesterol levels by keeping cholesterol
in circulation as bile.
●Regulate insulin production and release via secondary bile acids.
Give this one a try later!
, Name three important
functions of bile which Where is more than 90%
were explicitly covered of serotonin produced?
during your SAFM
coursework.
Three of the most common
symptoms of insufficient stomach List three relatively common
acid (or hypochlorhydria) can contributors to the development of
include: hypertension.
Don't know?
3 of 49
Term
Name 3 types of small intestinal overgrowths of commensal
microbes, and the gaseous byproducts they produce.
Give this one a try later!
1. mindful breathing
2.chewing thoroughly
3. eating in a relaxed parasympathetic nervous system mode
4. eating slowly
5. not overconsuming water while eating
6.not consuming veyry cold liquids or overly alkaline water while eating
7.not overconsuming food
8.focusing on the meal
answer key page 1-2
a. SIBO - hydrogen gas b. IMO - methane gas c. H2S - hydrogen sulfide
gas
, a large build-up of free radicals (or reactive oxygen species or oxidative stress).
1. HCl (stomach acid)
2.digestive enzymes
3. bile
answer key page 1
Don't know?
4 of 49
Term
Too little serotonin may contribute to___________________.
Give this one a try later!
accelerated metabolism and weight
hypomotility and constipation loss
improved mood and focus increased energy and alertness
Don't know?
