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What is the role of the liver in the digestive system?
What is the role of the liver in the digestive system?
- Stores and concentrates bile
- Breaks down food and prepares for ingestion
- Processes nutrients absorbed from the small intestine (correct)
- Secretes digestive enzymes into the duodenum
Which organ stores and releases bile for fat digestion?
Which organ stores and releases bile for fat digestion?
- Liver
- Appendix
- Pancreas
- Gallbladder (correct)
What is the function of the pancreas in the digestive system?
What is the function of the pancreas in the digestive system?
- Stores and concentrates bile
- Processes nutrients absorbed from the small intestine
- Breaks down fat, CHO, and protein (correct)
- Secretes insulin into the bloodstream
Which part of the digestive tract is about 7 meters long?
Which part of the digestive tract is about 7 meters long?
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?
Where in the body is food further broken down and nutrients absorbed?
Where in the body is food further broken down and nutrients absorbed?
What is a common Upper GI issue that athletes may experience during exercise?
What is a common Upper GI issue that athletes may experience during exercise?
What could be a probable cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in athletes?
What could be a probable cause of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in athletes?
What is a common lower GI issue that runners may encounter during intense exercise?
What is a common lower GI issue that runners may encounter during intense exercise?
Which of the following is recommended to help manage Lower GI issues for athletes?
Which of the following is recommended to help manage Lower GI issues for athletes?
What is the most common cause of Infectious diarrhea like traveler’s diarrhea?
What is the most common cause of Infectious diarrhea like traveler’s diarrhea?
What is a key strategy mentioned for preventing bacterial-related traveler’s diarrhea?
What is a key strategy mentioned for preventing bacterial-related traveler’s diarrhea?
What is a characteristic symptom of Viral gastroenteritis mentioned in the text?
What is a characteristic symptom of Viral gastroenteritis mentioned in the text?
What type of carbohydrates are associated with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), a common non-malignant condition of the colon?
What type of carbohydrates are associated with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), a common non-malignant condition of the colon?
What is a symptom of Giardia, one type of protozoal diarrhea according to the text?
What is a symptom of Giardia, one type of protozoal diarrhea according to the text?
What nutritional factor could contribute to GI issues for athletes during exercise?
What nutritional factor could contribute to GI issues for athletes during exercise?
