intestine

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When flies lacked protein in their diet, specialized cells in the intestine released a peptide hormone called CNMa.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

MIT researchers have discovered that a naturally occurring amino acid found in many protein-rich foods may help the intestine repair itself after damage.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

The effect was largely limited to the small intestine because that is where most dietary protein is absorbed.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Now, researchers have developed a new stem cell-based model of the human intestine that could help scientists discover more effective therapies.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

His father was a butcher in Deh-Mazang, and, from time to time, Khadim was known to fling bits of calf intestine at passersby.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini