digestive system

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Gi tract

 Mouth, Esophagus, Stomach, Small intestines, large intestines,

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Billary tract

Bile ducts, Gallbladder, liver, Pancreas

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Relations with nervo

The ENS is a part of the nervous system that controls the peristalsis that moves food through the digestive tract. It regulates the release of digestive enzymes, watches the nutrient content of food, and sends signals to the brain about hunger and satiety. Emotional states can also affect the digestive by prohibiting hunger

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Relations with endocrine

 to regulate metabolism by using hormones like insulin and glucagon control how the body processes and stores glucose to balance sugar levels.

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Relations with immune system

A sizable portion of the body’s immune system resides in the gut because digestive tract is a major entry point for pathogens. They also work together to maintain a balanced state of inflammation.

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Celiac disease

he gluten within the digestive system is attacked. This leads to inflammation and damage to the insides of the small intestine. With the small intestine serving as the primary organ in absorbing nutrients, damage can result in malabsorption and malnutrition.

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Constipation

As this waste passes through the small intestine to the large intestine, the colon absorbs its water and turns it more solid. However, in cases of constipation, the food may move too slowly and allow the colon to spend too much time absorbing water from the waste. Thus, the stool becomes difficult to push out. and allow the colon to spend too much time absorbing water from the waste.