Digestion

Several hormones are necessary for effective nutrient digestion, absorption and metabolism of the nutrients in the foods and beverages you consume. What are these hormones and what functions do they perform?

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.

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?

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.

Your gastrointestinal tract on its own cannot complete the processes of digestion and absorption of nutrients obtained from foods and beverages. Learn about several internal accessory organs which help complete the process.