digestion

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The pancreas is a small organ, located behind the stomach, that helps with digestion.

From BBC

In healthy individuals, gut bacteria normally live in balance with the body and support digestion.

From Science Daily

Another major discovery involved serotonin, a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood, sleep, and digestion.

From Science Daily

These hormonal shifts affect more than just the reproductive system — they influence mood, digestion and potentially injury risk.

From Los Angeles Times

Three newly identified compounds were found to strongly inhibit α-glucosidase, an enzyme that plays a central role in breaking down carbohydrates during digestion.

From Science Daily