Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)
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Name one digestive disorder, the recommended diet, foods that recommended and why this diet is recommended for the specific disorder.
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- Digestion is a process that involves the breakdown of large organic molecules present in the food into smaller molecules which can be absorbed by the gastro intestinal tract of an individual.
- The gastrointestinal tract consists of variety of organs such as esophagus, stomach, liver, large and small intestines, pancreas and gall bladder.
- Any impairment in the GI tract leads to the development of digestive disorders that range from mild to severe.
- Some of the common digestive disorders are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD), Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diverticular Disease to name a few.
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