Digestive System Regulation

Flashcards covering the key concepts from the digestive system regulation lecture.

The brain is the control center for the sensation of hunger and __________.

satiety

The first phase of ingested response, called the __________ phase, is controlled by neural responses to food stimuli.

cephalic

The gastric phase is stimulated by the distension of the stomach, an increase in __________, and the presence of undigested material.

pH

Hormones such as __________ stimulates the release of hydrochloric acid during digestion in response to proteins.

gastrin

The hormone __________ stops the release of hydrochloric acid when the stomach is emptied.

somatostatin

The hormone __________ stimulates the pancreas to produce alkaline bicarbonate solution to neutralize acidic chyme.

secretin

___________ stimulates the pancreas to produce pancreatic juices and also stimulates the release of bile from the gallbladder.

Cholecystokinin (CCK)

Gastric inhibitory peptide is secreted by the small intestine to slow down peristaltic movements for __________ foods.

fatty