Digestive Disorders

In addition to the GI track, there are several important accessory organs that help your body to digest food but do not have food pass through them. Accessory organs of the digestive system include the teeth, tongue, salivary glands, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.

The human body obtains the energy and nutrients through food, and the digestive system breaks down food into small particles and absorbs nutrients from them. The absorbed nutrients are moved to the whole body through the blood and lymph. Food is moved through peristalsis, and digestive fluids are secreted to break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates by many enzymes. Water, minerals, and vitamins are absorbed through the mucous membrane of the digestive system. The functions of the digestive system can be largely divided into control function, digestive exercise, digestive fluid secretion, and absorption.

JP Acupuncture & Wellness may help you manage many digestive concerns.