Summarize the role of the enteric nervous system in regulation of the digestive tract. Be sure to include any anatomical structures, cells, and neurotransmitters of the ENS.

Prolonged cold exposure and reduced body temperature can lead to brown fat activation by the endocrine system directly through and the nervous system directly through .

Describe the progressive digestion of the three major nutrients: CARBOHYDRATES, LIPIDS, and PROTEINS Be sure to start by naming the large macromolecules in our diet and end your description with the smallest molecules that allow absorption in the intestines. Be sure to include specific examples too. Note: you do NOT need to name the enzymes doing the digestion, this will be asked in a separate question later.

Which brain region is the anatomical link between energy homeostasis and regulation of the reproductive system so that adipose levels can impact ovulation and the menstrual cycle?

Describe one specific example of neural regulation of acid production in the target cell of a gastric gland of the stomach. Describe one specific example of hormonal regulation of acid production in the target cell of a gastric gland of the stomach. Describe one specific example of local regulation of acid production in the target cell of a gastric gland of the stomach. (Suggestion: mentioning source cells, ligands, receptors, target cells, actions are all helpful)

Your patient enrolls in a 12 month weight loss program using caloric restriction and daily walking. Choose the expected changes in plasma hormone levels after your patient has lost 25 lbs after 6 months of their program? Plasma leptin levels will Plasma ghrelin will levels Plasma T3 levels will

The stomach’s contribution to digestion include which of the following?

Match the description with the best corresponding answer. 

Match each hormonal action with the correct hormone that causes the action once the hormone binds to its receptor:

Which etiquette technique is NOT followed by those in Turkey?