The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery
eBook - PDF

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery

  1. 309 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery

About this book

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery contains the proceedings of the third annual Bristol-Myers Symposium on Nutrition Research, held on December 1-2, 1983 in Washington, D.C. Contributors focus on the knowledge and research findings concerning the role of the gastrointestinal tract in nutrient delivery. This text is organized into 15 chapters and addresses topics such as gastrointestinal motility; hormonal regulation of growth and function; the mechanisms of digestion and absorption; and the diverse effects of intestinal contents on nutrient absorption and antigenic response. The discussion begins with an overview of the gastrointestinal tract, with emphasis on factors that affect the growth of gastrointestinal mucosa and the implications for nutrition. This book then turns to kinetic and biochemical parameters related to the development of several diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The reader is also introduced to the basic aspects of organization of the systems in which peptides act as regulators of digestion; the role of endogenous prostaglandins in the gastrointestinal tract; and gastric secretion. A chapter on the age-related functions of digestive tract organs concludes the book. This book will be of value to physicians and scientists as well as students and researchers who have an interest in the crucial role of the gastrointestinal tract in converting food into the nutrients the body uses to sustain its functions.

Trusted by 375,005 students

Access to over 1.5 million titles for a fair monthly price.

Study more efficiently using our study tools.

Information

Publisher
Academic Press
Year
2012
Print ISBN
9780122990205
eBook ISBN
9780323140461
Topic
Medicine
Subtopic
Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Table of contents

  1. Front Cover
  2. The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Table of Contents
  5. Contributors
  6. Editor's Foreword
  7. Foreword
  8. Preface
  9. Chapter 1. Regulation of Gastrointestinal Growth
  10. Chapter 2. Proliferation and Differentiation of Gastrointestinal Cells in Health and Disease
  11. Chapter 3. Regulatory Peptides of the Gut
  12. Chapter 4. Prostaglandins in Relation to the Gastrointestinal Tract
  13. Chapter 5. Gastrointestinal Motility: The Regulation of Nutrient Delivery
  14. Chapter 6. Gastric Secretion
  15. Chapter 7. Small Intestinal Absorption and Secretion in Health and Disease
  16. Chapter 8. Carbohydrate Absorption and Malabsorption
  17. Chapter 9. Fat Absorption and Malabsorption
  18. Chapter 10. Integration of Energy Metabolism by the Liver
  19. Chapter 11. Differences in Metabolic Handling of Orally versus Parenterally Administered Nutrients
  20. Chapter 12. Gut Bacterial Metabolism and Human Nutrition
  21. Chapter 13. Dietary Fiber and Nutrient Delivery
  22. Chapter 14. Immunology and Allergic Responses of the Bowel
  23. Chapter 15. Gastrointestinal Function and Aging
  24. Index

Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can cancel anytime from the Subscription tab in your account settings on the Perlego website. Your subscription will stay active until the end of your current billing period. Learn how to cancel your subscription
No, books cannot be downloaded as external files, such as PDFs, for use outside of Perlego. However, you can download books within the Perlego app for offline reading on mobile or tablet. Learn how to download books offline
Perlego offers two plans: Essential and Complete
  • Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
  • Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.5M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
Both plans are available with monthly, semester, or annual billing cycles.
We are an online textbook subscription service, where you can get access to an entire online library for less than the price of a single book per month. With over 1.5 million books across 990+ topics, we’ve got you covered! Learn about our mission
Look out for the read-aloud symbol on your next book to see if you can listen to it. The read-aloud tool reads text aloud for you, highlighting the text as it is being read. You can pause it, speed it up and slow it down. Learn more about Read Aloud
Yes! You can use the Perlego app on both iOS and Android devices to read anytime, anywhere — even offline. Perfect for commutes or when you’re on the go.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app
Yes, you can access The Role of the Gastrointestinal Tract in Nutrient Delivery by Morris Green in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Gastroenterology & Hepatology. We have over 1.5 million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.