Saturated fats from animal and vegetable sources provide a concentrated source of energy in a diet. They provide the building blocks for cell membranes and a variety of hormones and hormone like substances. Saturated fat will not increase the risk of heart attacks. Saturated fats eaten with a meal slow down absorption and extend the […]
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Digestion Part 1 – The Who What Why When Where and How
The digestive tract is really a simple system. A long tube open at the top and bottom. Food goes in the mouth, it travels along as if on a conveyor belt, nutrients are extracted, and the non usable waste is eliminated out the rear end. If you read no further, get this point: Nutrients can not […]