1. Chapter 3 The Remarkable Body Christine Dobrowolski, DPM MS

2. Digestive System Digestive System 3. Digestive System Mouth chewing and crushing digestion begins saliva - > digest starch 4. Digestive System Stomach Grinds and churns Chyme Release HCl Protein digestion 5. Low pH Stomach Low Ph Uncoil protein Mucus released Protects stomach cells 6. Digestive System Intestines Digestion Absorption Release enzymes 7. Digestive System Pancreas CHO digesting enzymes Protein digesting enzymes Fat digesting enzymes 8. Digestive System Liver Produces bile 9. Digestive System Gallbladder Releases bile 10. Digestive System Colon Absorbs water Absorbs minerals Some fiber digested 11. Storage Systems Liver Muscle Fat cells 12. Storage Systems: Carbs Starch Glucose Glycogen Liver Muscle Fat cells 13. Storage Systems: Fat Fat Fatty Acids Fat cells 14. Storage Systems: Protein Protein Amino Acids NOT STORED! Fat cells 15. heartburn antacids more acid! 16. Drink before and after meals Limit fiber Smaller meals, more often Loose clothing Dont lie down after eating 17. Alcohol Positive (moderation) Negative (excess) 18. THE remarkable body END