TAKE HOME MESSAGES : The ENS orchestrates gut motility through a complex balance of neural circuits and neurotransmitters. Disruptions in gut motility can trigger systemic metabolic imbalances, contributing to hyperglycemia and insulin resistance. ENS dysfunction is...
Did you know that the enteric nervous system, often referred to as our “second brain,” is composed of over 200 million neurons lining the digestive tract? It plays a critical role in maintaining digestive health and mediating the connection between the gut and the...
Did you know that trillions of microorganisms are working behind the scenes in your body to keep you healthy? Often called our “hidden organ,” the gut microbiota is an extraordinary ecosystem that influences much more than just digestion. How does this invisible...
Unlock the mystery of your digestive system! In this edition, we explore the vital roles of digestion and nutrient absorption, essential for maintaining health. Digestion is the process by which foods are broken down into smaller molecules, or nutrients, making them...
Have you ever wondered how your body turns the food you eat into the energy you need? The secret lies within the fascinating world of gut physiology. Your digestive tract is not just a simple tube for digestion—it’s a complex system designed to absorb essential...
In the intestine, gut distension and nutrients are detected by mechanoreceptors and chemoreceptors, respectively. The activation of these receptors sends an afferent nervous message to the hypothalamus in the brain. In turn, the hypothalamus controls the glucose entry in tissues, and thus glycemia.
In the intestine, gut distension and nutrients are detected by mechanoreceptors and chemoreceptors, respectively. The activation of these receptors sends an afferent nervous message to the hypothalamus in the brain. In turn, the hypothalamus controls the glucose entry in tissues, and thus glycemia.