Digestion
Introductory article - Know Yourself - April 29, 2022
Several hormones are necessary for effective nutrient digestion, absorption,and metabolism of the foods and beverages you consume. What are these hormones and what functions do they perform?
Indepth article - Know Yourself - December 03, 2021
Human metabolism is a complex process influenced by many factors most of which you cannot change. How is metabolism connected to the food you eat and energy you consume?
Indepth article - Know Yourself - November 05, 2021
Folate is an essential nutrient required as part of two coenzymes necessary for DNA synthesis and new cell development. Folate deficiency can severely affect your health and in women may adversely affect foetal development.
Introductory article - Know Yourself - July 16, 2021
Digestion occurs in your gastrointestinal tract and is the process by which nutrients contained in the food you consume are separated and absorbed into your body.
Course - Know Yourself - April 15, 2021
Have you ever wondered what happens to the food you eat once you have swallowed it? What processes occur which change food into nutrients? Track the journey of food through your GI tract and learn more about your digestive process.