Chapter 10 | Nutrition and the Digestive System
- How does the polygastric digestive system aid in digesting roughage?
- How do birds digest their food in the absence of teeth?
- What is the role of the accessory organs in digestion?
- Explain how the villi and microvilli aid in absorption.
- What are essential nutrients?
- What is the role of minerals in maintaining good health?
- Discuss why obesity is a growing epidemic.
- There are several nations where malnourishment is a common occurrence. What may be some of the health challenges posed by malnutrition?
- Explain why some dietary lipid is a necessary part of a balanced diet.
- Describe how hormones regulate digestion.
- Describe one or more scenarios where loss of hormonal regulation of digestion can lead to diseases.
