This resource covers key topics, including the anatomy and functions of the digestive organs, the journey of food from ingestion to absorption, and the role of enzymes and gut bacteria in digestion. The notes also highlight common digestive disorders, their symptoms, and prevention strategies. Perf...
- Digestion begins in the brain, it’s phycological
- Enzymes in the saliva can break down the food that just entered the mouth.
- After going through the sections, it’s broken down in the stomach from hydrochloric acid.
- Food is medicine, it gives energy, vitamins, minerals, prevents diseases & illnesses, etc.
- 95% of nutrient absorption occurs in the stomach.
- Over 60% of our brain is composed of fat
- Vitamins A & K can power the immune system,
- Bacteria that’s friendly in the small intestine help be fed from our consumption to give
the benefits back to us, such as vitamin K for strong bones & biotin for strong hair &
nails.
- The entire digestive system is regulated by the nervous system
“ Rest & Digest”
- normal physiology of digestion.
● Increases stomach acid,
● releases digestive enzymes
● and bile to stimulus intestinal movement
● In the small intestine, stress decreases saliva, can cause heartburn, and loose stools. It
inhibits the normal contraction of organs. It would serve for normal digestion to do rest &
digest. Take a few deep breaths before a meal, practicing slow deep belly breathing,it
improves digestion. Chewing the food until it liquifies for easy swallowing, it also gives
time for the organs/systems to be prepared. Lastly, saying words of gratitude before a
mood because it begins a moment of focus to prepare for consumption. Mindset during
consumption controls digestion.
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