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Digestion and breathing may seem unrelated, but they are intimately connected. Here's how they work together to support health.
Discover the digestive system and understand its intricate processes. From mouth to the intestines, learn about each organ's role in digestion.
The human digestive system functions as a complex biological network, supported by several mechanisms that work in harmony to ensure proper digestion and nutrient absorption. One key element of ...
The mouth is where digestion begins, and it breaks down food into smaller particles. Read more about the functions and biological structure of the mouth.
Digestive enzymes play a key role in breaking down the food you eat. Learn about health problems that may show up if your body doesn't make enough digestive enzymes, and find out what you can do ...
Now, a new study from Caltech uncovers diverse neuron populations within the sympathetic nervous system and reveals how they control visceral functions in an organ-specific manner.
The gut can switch genes on or off and influence hormone balance among others. Unhealthy habits disrupt balance, weaken the ...
Researchers have found that light modulates digestive system function in sea urchin larvae, even in the absence of food stimuli. Opsin cells, which are involved in light-dependent systems ...