chapter 3 nutrition

fat, carbs, protein, fat soluble vitamins

what is absorbed in the small intestine?

water, water soluble vitamins

what is absorbed in large intestine?

alcohol

what is absorbed in the stomach?

pancreas

aids in increased digestion enzyme secretions and hormone (insulin) release

liver

produces bile which helps digest fat, stores glycogen

gallbladder

major bile storer

small intestine

digest food and absorb nutrients into bloodstream (PRO CHO fat fat soluble vitamins)

large intesine

absorb water and electrolytes, solidify waste

gut microbiota

Extract energy from digestible food compounds

Boost host immunity

Make vitamin k

fiber

helps with digestion and weight management, helps keep you regular

prebiotics

natural, nondigestible components of food that promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut and overall health

probiotics

live microorganisms that provide health benefits when ingested, “good bacteria” found in the gut

synbiotics

combos of prebiotics and probiotics

postbiotics

substances left over after your body digests prebiotics and probiotics

polyphenol

antioxidants found in fruits, seeds, veggies, tea, cocoa products, wine