final part 2
constipation causes
ignoring urge to, diabetes, ibs, depression, pregnancy, medications, low fiber diet, age
inadequate enzyme production results in
incomplete digestion and limited absorption
causes of ulcers
infection w h.pylori and heavy use of NSAIDs
ulcerative colitis
inflammation and ulceration of the colon and rectum
Gastrointestinal hormones
key to orchestrating digestion
Sodium Bicarbonate
neutralizes acidic chyme
absorption in SI
ntr move from lumen into absorption cells in 4 ways
passive diffusion (4 ways)
nutrtients move form high concentration to low concentration
Heartburn and GERD
when stomach acid backflows into the esophagus (2x/week = gerd)
accessory organs
secrtions are delivered to SI through common bile and pancreatic ducts. those ducts come together at the end of the hepatopancreatic sphincter
dietary assessment
24 hour recall & food records
treatment for GERD
-Lifestyle changes → small frequent meals, eat upright, eat slowly, avoid spicy/v acidic foods -Surgery
Adequate Intake (AI)
-a recommended average daily nutrient intake level based on observed or experimentally determined estimates of nutrient intake by a group of healthy people -Insufficient scientific data to determine EAR and RDA Next best estimate of amount of nutrient needed to maintain good health -fiber, fat, linoleic acid, calcium, vit.D &K, Na,K,Cl,water
nutrients absorbed by the SI are delivered to 1/2 circulatory systems
-cardiovascular (water) -lymphatic (fat) * depends on the solubility of the nutrient
HCL
-destroys harmful bacteria and viruses -converts pepsinogen into active enzyme pepsin
ulcer symptoms
-gnawing or burning stomach pain -nausea -vomiting -loss of appetite -weight loss
Enterocytes of small intestine
-have a brush boarder lined with microvilli and covered wit digestive enzymes that contain GLYCOCALYX
Anthropometrics
-height, weight, length, waist circumference, body composition (lean mass and fat)
high energy dense foods
-high in fat, fried foods, sugar -small amounts = high cals
3 main functions of large intestine
-houses mircobiota( keeps GI healthy) -absorbs water and electrolytes (Sa, K) -forms and expels feces
stomach ; holding and mixing tank
-little digestion occurs -secretes gastric juices to aid in process(sensory reactions to food)
probiotics
-live microorganisms that colonize LI -found in fermented foods (yogurt,kefir,miso) and supplement -thought to prevents IBS, diahrrea, food allergies
stomach secretes music from mucous cells
-lubricates and protects stomach from being digested by Hlc and pepsin -production relies on prostaglandins
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
-max level of intake w/o causing adverse effects -chronic daily use -not a goal but ceiling -vit. A,C,D,E
Daily Reference Intake (DRI)
-new ntr recommendations to prevent deficients and chronic disease
Prebiotics
-non-digestable food ingredients, -promote the growth of beneficial bacteria insulin: ex. chicory, wheat, onions, garlic, asparagus, bananas
Endocytosis (4 ways)
-phagocytosis: cells eating compounds -pinocytosis: cells drinking liquids
RDA
-recommended daily allowance, meets needs of "all healthy people of similar age and gender" -19 impt ntr "generous allowances" -majority of ppl intake below -vit.A,C,D,E -thiamin, riboflavin,niacin, folate, b12 -copper, iodine, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, carbs, protein
sphincters
-ringlike muscles that control flow of contents and prevent them from moving too fast -help propel food
Glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide (GIP)
-slow the release of chyme int the SI -stomach also produces intrinsic factor need for absorption of vit. b12
digestion starts in the mouth
-teeth: mechanical digestion -saliva: chemical digestion and creates bolus
hydrolosis reaction
-water breaking down molecules too large to pass through GI tract wall -stops simple molecules that are too small to be absorbed -most are produced in pancreas, SI, salivary gland and stomach -most are synthesized by pancreas and SI
3 sections of small intestine
1. Duodenum 2. Jejunum 3. Ileum
GI tract wall layers
1. mucosa - intermost 2.submucosa - connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves 3 muscularis externa - funcions to move foward 4.serosa - secretes fluid to cushion GI tract and reduce frictions
small intestine absorbs about
90% of water
fermentation
creates short chain FA that can be absorbed and used as energy source in the colon( produce gas)
Peristalsis
Involuntary waves of muscle contraction that keep food moving along in one direction through the digestive system.
estimated average requirements (EARs)
Nutrient intakes estimated to meet the needs of 50% of the healthy individuals in a given gender and life-stage group. -can only be set if theres accurate method for measuring whether intake is adequate
large intestine
SI empties in to LI through ileocecal valve (prevents bacteria in LI from going to SI)
Undernutrition
Too little food energy or too few nutrients to prevent disease or to promote growth; a form of malnutrition
gallstones
develop when cholesterol and bile pigments form crystal like particles -related to slow gall bladder motility and bile composition
ulcer treatment
antibiotics, proton pump inhibitor to suppress acid production, stop smoking, avoid ulcer prone foods
diarrhea is caused by
bacterial/viral infections, parasites, food intolerances, medications, vit.c, IBS
What does the liver produce?
bile
gastric juice contains
hydrochloric acid-from parietal cells, pepsinogin- inactive protein digesting enzyme gastric lipase - from chief cells gastrin- hormone that controles release of HCL and pesinogen
ulcer complications
bleeding and perforation
biochemical indices
blood and urine
proteases
break down proteins
Amalayse
breaks down starches
circular folds
cause chyme move slowly down a spiral path; this helps mix chyme w digestive juices and bring ntr to villi
Bile contains
cholesterol, emulsified fats
3 parts of LI
colon- cecum and ascending , transverse , descending and sigmoid colon rectum anus
energy density
comparison of kcal content with weight of food
nutrient density
comparison of vit&min content to number of cals
digestive system
digests foods, absorbs nutrients, excretes waste, acts as physical barrier, produces immune components houses microbiota, which is part of microbiome
pancreatic amylase
digests starch
large intestine is main site where
electrolytes are absorbed : sodium and potassium
Villi is lined with
enterocytes that secrete enzymes and absorb nutrients
Lysozyme
enzyme that kills bacteria
swallowing
esophageal sphincter prevents backflow of acidic stomach contents
overnutrtion
excessive nutrients that result in obesity or from supplements
nutrient density
few cals with lots of nutrients
treatments for constipation
fiber, intake of fluids, relaxation, exercise, medication(if necessary)
treatments for diarrhea
fluids, electrolytes, avoid high fat and sweet foods
GI motility
food is mixed and proposed by peristalsis , then segmentation occurs and breakdown in SI
diarrhea
frequent passage of loose, watery stools, 3x/day -caused by bacterial/viral infections, parasites, food intolerances, medications, vit.c, IBS
5 hormones in role of regulation
gastrin, secretin, CCK, somatostain, glucose:dependent insulinotropic peptide
interior of SI
has circular folds and finger like projections (villi and microvilli)
cardiovascular system
heart and blood, and vessels
when esophageal sphincter malfunctions
heartburn
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) symptoms
heartburn, hoaseness, trouble swallowing, coughing, gagging and nausea
empty calorie foods
high in calories, low in nutrients
facilitated diffusion (4 ways)
high to low concentration BUT carrier protein is needed
digestion in Si also depends on secretions from the
liver, pancreas and gallbladder (accessory organs)
GI tract (aka Alimentary Canal)
long hollow muscular tube, 15 feet from mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine to anus
active transport (4 ways)
low to high concentration area but requires protein carrier and energy
to prevent gallstone formation
maintain healthy weight, avoid rapid weight loss ,eat magnesium rich foods, plant protien high fiber diet exercise no sat fats
Gut Microbacteria
many of the bacteria is beneficial -can synthesize vit.K and biotin -aid in lactose digestion -ferment some fibers and starches
clinical examination
medical history and physical exam
IBS (no known cause)
more common in women irregular bowel function, ab pain and distention stress and diet play role
most individuals DONT have symptoms of gallstones but
pain in right ab, or sholder nausea vomitting gas bloating
pancreas produces
pancreatic juices
IBS treamemtn
peppermint oil, low fat, small meals
water soluble nutrients are transported by the CDV
protein, carbs, B vits, vit.c, short & medium chain fatty acids
lymphatic system
provides alternative route to the bloodstream for large molecules ex.) fat and fat soluble vits. (ADEK)
Adequate Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR)
range of macronutrient intake, as percent of energy, -associated with reduced risk of chronic disease while promoting recommended intake of essential nutrients
4 standards of the DRI
rda AI EARs ULS
only treatment for gallstones
removal
constipation
slow feces movement through LI, small indv nuggets(together) that're hard to pass
ulcers
small erosions of top layer of cells in the stomach or duodinum: peptic ulcer
major site of digestion and absorption
small intestine
reliance on empty cal foods
society w inexpensive, readily available, large portions of high energy dense foods
stomach contractions mix food w gastric secretions
solid food -> chyme
contributing factors to GERD
stomach hernias, alc use, overweight, smoking, pregnancy hormones and eating large meals, laying after eating ,caffeinated drinks, fried fatty/ spicy foods
gall bladder
stores and concentrates bile -bile is reabsorbed in the ileum and then returned to the liver
resistent starch
unprocessed whole grains, seeds, legumes , unripe fruit, pasta, potatoes and rice ex. fiber and butyrate
prostaglandins
use of asprin and other NSAIDs result in reduced mucus barrier and stomach wall may be damaged by HCL
"healthy" diet
variety(rainbow), balance( 6 major food groups), moderation (portion size)
low energy dense foods
water,fiber, wh, f&v, -associated with reduced energy intake and enhance satiety -can eat a lot w/o adding sig. cals
serios GERD complications
weight loss, ulceration, bleeding, anemia, and risk of adenocarinoma of esophagus