Healthy digestion requires the coordination of a complex pattern of contracting and relaxing muscles in the stomach and intestines (gastric motility) for proper digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Not exact matches
Coconut oil is a medium chain fatty acid that does not get stored as fat, but is used as energy immediately... it doesn't
require pancreatic enzymes or bile for
digestion, and breaks down differently than poly or mono saturates, making it VERY
healthy for you.
Leafy vegetables and other high - fiber foods promote good
digestion and
healthy cholesterol levels, and they also do wonders for your teeth — mostly because they
require a lot of chewing.
1) Phytonutrients: * Occur naturally in fruits and vegetables * Promote the function of the immune system * Help fight off viruses as well as reduce inflammation * Associated with the treatment and / or prevention of cancer and cardiovascular disease 2) Enzymes: * Responsible for metabolic processes that occur within a cell and are necessary for sustaining life * Assist and play a large role in
digestion, energy production, blood coagulation and contraction of muscles 3) Amino Acids: * The basic building blocks of protein * Absorption of amino acids is essential for your metabolism 4) Essential Fatty Acids: * Reduce the risk of heart disease and some forms of cancer * Improve mood * Decrease inflammation 5) Vitamins: * Essential for the normal growth and development of all human beings *
Healthy maintenance of cell tissues and organs * Help process proteins, carbohydrates and fats
required for utilization 6 & 7) Macro and Trace Minerals: * Involved in electrolyte balance of body fluids * Essential for normal cellular activity * Provide hardness to bones and teeth
Healthy travel
requires a bit of preparation and smart choices to avoid dehydration, insomnia, anxiety, jet lag, brain fog and disrupted
digestion.
Additionally, an Atkins nutrition plan restricts
healthy fruits and vegetables denying dieters of
required fiber for
digestion.
The trace mineral manganese is
required by animals for several functions including: immunity, reproduction,
digestion, metabolism and
healthy bone growth.