Exam 1: Digestive System and Nutrition

Key Terms and Definitions

• Define and understand key terms related to the digestive system.

Digestive System

• Revise the structure and function of the digestive system.
• Focus on the role of digestive organs (e.g., stomach, intestines, pancreas).
• Understand functions of digestive secretions (e.g., saliva, gastric juice).
• Understand anatomical structures like sphincters and valves.

Food Groups and Health

• Name common food groups and give examples from each.
• Understand how different foods contribute to health.
• Review common digestive issues and their management/prevention.

Lipids and Fiber

• Understand the general role of lipids in the body, including their importance in health and energy.
• Know that there are different types of lipids, each with unique characteristics.
• Understand the benefits of including fiber in the diet and its contribution to digestive and overall health.