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Intestines
The intestines aid in the digestion and absorption of food and stretch from the stomach to the anus.
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No, the intestines have the ability to absorb nutrients more than any other surfaces in the body and the surface is very big, comparatively, as well.
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If you have heard of people having dialysis for kidney failure to clear the body of chemical build up and toxins when the kidneys aren't functioning properly, they may be using what is called peritoneal dialysis. Because the intestines can absorb and release from inside and out, putting dialysis fluid in the peritoneal cavity is even better than hemodialysis (through the blood). The dialysis solution goes right into the abdominal cavity around all the nooks and crannies of the intestines and tissues where it can move the toxins and other chemical build up out of the body with the fluid when it is drained back out. It is the qualities of the intestines and their large surface area that allows that to be done.
Why does starch take longer to digest than sugar?
The reason for this is that the acid is more rapid in it's chemical reactions, this than enables the starch to hydrolise starch more effectivly that the enzyme. As you may have learned the enzyme is a catalyst and does speed up chemical reactions but not like an acid does.
The hairs in the small intestines is called?
The hairs in your small intestine is called Villi.It sucks up the nutrients that you eat after the stomach turns it into a liquid.
How do you get rid of hemorrhoid's with out surgery?
As the original article states, increased water intake and increased fiber are critical, especially insoluble fiber, although soluble works as well. WebMD has a good explanation of the differences and the types of food in which they can be found. If you don't have the time or appetite to eat healthy and increase your fiber, you can take supplements in the form of pills or powders. Be aware of those that also include stimulants, and avoid them if you're not suffering a serious bout of constipation.
One thing the article doesn't address is posture when evacuating. The western toilet can be found all over the world, but the locals in most Eastern and Middle-eastern countries squat rather than sit. Sometimes there will be convenient indentations in the floor for your feet, sometimes there will be a wall to rest your elbows. This is a much more anatomically suitable way to go. One doesn't need a squatty (what my friends and I called the bathroom with just a hole in the floor) to squat. It can be done on top of the toilet seat. The only problem is you pretty much have to remove your pants.
In this position it is also possible to apply pressure to the area outside the anus to help massage the waste out, especially if you're constipated. Doing this reduces the need to strain, which causes the ruptures and inflammation to begin with. Don't be embarrassed. There's nothing pleasurable about it except for the relief of not feeling like you need (or you're getting) an episiotomy to take a dump.
Lastly, change your cleansing habits from dry toilet paper to moist towelettes. This is much less harsh on the area. If it is enflamed, you'll want towelettes moistened with witch hazel. At home you can just keep a bottle by the toilet for soaking your wad of toilet paper.
How long after taking Accutane will you see signs of inflammatory bowel disease?
good question. i took accutane in high school and now as a 28 year old I've been diagnosed with IBS.
What does the small and large intestine do for the body?
Nutrients are absorb in the same intestine and if it were removed, your body would no longer absorb nutrients
The small intestine is responsible for removing nutrients from food and bringing water and electrolytes in the body. It also moves food through a specific part of the digestive tract, into the large intestine.
Does tap water have an effect on your teeth?
Most tap water that runs through American cities is laced with fluoride. However, as scientists begin to study the effects of tap water on human health, they are beginning to realize that the amount of fluoride in most water supplies is not enough to play a significant role in preventing tooth decay.
There are many reasons why someone might choose to have a colonic (also called colonic irrigation or colon hydrotherapy).
It is a therapy that has proven beneficial to people since at least Egyptian times so is not either new or fashionable. Every now and then a celebrity who is undergoing colonic hydrotherapy might bring it to the attention of the media and cause a small upsurge in popularity.
Some of the many reasons for having a colonic could be:
Curiosity
To have a flat stomach
For weight loss
To help with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) symptoms
To reduce bloating
To increase stamina
To help with constipation / diarrhoea
To help remove parasites
To help with candida
As part of a detox (detoxification) program
In preparation for bowel / colon surgery
In answer to your question, I would suggest gathering as much information as possible and then making your informed decision based upon what is right for you and your body. You should always check with your doctor first to be on the safe side.
Jane Jarvis
What are the two sections in the small intestine in a frog?
The two sections of a frog's small intestine are the duodenum and the ileum.
How many ben wa balls can a man put in his rectum?
It would depend on the size of the balls, and the size of the rectum in question.
Should Gatorade be drunk for a colonoscopy for someone with congestive heart failure?
No, the doctor will not give him Gatorade for preparing for a colonoscopy. At the visit before the colonoscopy, he will be given very specific directions as to what to eat and drink the days and night before. If he follows those, he should be fine after the procedure. Usually clear liquids are recommended, and Gatorade has coloring.
How long does it take for food to go through large intestines in minutes?
8to9 It depends on which part of the large intestines you mean. It takes about 90 minutes to make its way through the ascending colon (first part). It takes about 1440 minutes (that's 24 hours) to go through the transverse colon (second part). Once it gets into the descending and sigmoid colon (last two parts) its pretty much in storage waiting to be descreted. So it takes about 25 hours for it to get through your large intestines, a far cry from the 8 to 9 that someone else guessed (i'm hoping) earlier. You can't just judge it from when you eat to when you need to go to the bathroom.
Why is the pH system in your lower intestine about 8?
Because the pH in the stomach is below 7, which makes it acidic. This high pH returns the food to a neutral pH, and also allows the enzymes within it to function properly.
Why are cells important in your body?
The white blood cells destroy diseases while the red blood cells carry oxygen through out the body. So all in all the white cells are for you to not get sick often and the red blood cells to get oxygen to your whole body. Thanks!
Yes, it is possible. Sometimes pills just won't dissolve in the body, so most of it can come out nearly like it was when it went into the body.
What is the most important factor for regulating secretions of the small intestine?
The presence of chyme
When should you see a doctor for painful hemorrhoids?
Preferably as soon as you notice them (or before, to prevent them!) to stop them getting worse and possibly rupturing.
What part of the small intestine connects to the stomach mostly for chemical digestion takes place?
The duodenum is the part of the small intestine that connects to the stomach. The food moves through the pylorus from the stomach to the small intestine.
What is the function of vagus nerve?
sympathetic fuction and the motor function mainly on the production of voice. http://www.answers.com/topic/vagus-nerve
