4 concepts
Cephalic Phase
The cephalic phase of gastric secretion occurs even before food enters the stomach via neurological signals.
Gastric Phase
The gastric phase is a period in which swallowed food activates gastric activity in the stomach.
Intestinal Phase
The intestinal phase occurs in the duodenum, responds to arriving chyme, and moderates gastric activity via hormones and nervous reflexes.
Hormones of the Digestive System
There are five main hormones that aid and regulate the digestive system in mammals.