Gastrointestinal Health and Bowel Function Quiz

Stomach is primarily responsible for digesting food through acid secretion and muscular contractions.

The main function of the large intestine is the absorption of water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter.

The esophagus functions to transport food from the mouth to the stomach via peristaltic contractions.

The cardiac sphincter, also known as the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), controls the opening between the esophagus and stomach to prevent reflux.

Amylase, produced in the salivary glands and pancreas, breaks down carbohydrates into sugars in the mouth and small intestine.

Peristalsis is the wavelike contraction of muscles in the digestive tract that propels food forward and aids in digestion.

Pepsin is an enzyme secreted by the stomach that breaks down proteins into peptides.

Bile emulsifies fats, breaking them down into smaller droplets to aid in digestion.

Gastrin stimulates the secretion of gastric acid, enzymes, and bile to aid in digestion.

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that improve digestion and maintain gut health by balancing intestinal flora.

The duodenum is primarily responsible for the absorption of fats along with other nutrients.

Diverticulosis is characterized by the presence of small pouches in the colon wall that can become inflamed or infected, leading to diverticulitis.

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon.

Constipation is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), along with diarrhea and abdominal pain.

A high-fiber diet is not typically considered a risk factor for developing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Increased appetite is not a common symptom of celiac disease; instead, symptoms typically include diarrhea, weight loss, and malabsorption issues.

Cirrhosis is a late stage of scarring of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism.

Gastritis is the inflammation of the stomach lining, often resulting from infection, alcohol, NSAIDs, or stress.