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    bodies were viewed as tools for research purposes, their conditions were perceived as being governed by the physiological laws in which can be further modified for the observation and analysis (Gere). In his book of Experiments and Observations on the Gastric Juice and the Physiology of Digestion, William Beaumont’s experiment on his patient, Alex St. Martin, was relied profoundly on the detailed observation method. However, Beaumont also modified various of condition to test on Martin’s body at the time

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    Dog owners should be aware of a potentially fatal condition called gastric dilation-volvulus (GDV). This condition has several causes. Dog owners must be able to recognize the signs. Immediate treatment is essential. There are several causes for this disease which remain to be unclear (Summers 57). Some of these cases have been led to the breed, genetics, age, gender, eating habits, and temperament (“Bloat” #22). Large, deep chested breeds of dogs are more susceptible to GDV than smaller dogs (“Bloat

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    A gastric emptying scan (GES) is a nuclear medicine exam that uses a radioactive material that you will eat in a meal. You will eat this meal in the Radiology department before your scan. The radioactive material allows doctors to see how your stomach empties. This scan is used to help diagnose conditions called motility disorders.​ These are conditions that change the way the stomach contracts and moves food into your intestines. A GES is a form of radiology, because radiation is used to take

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    Introduction Soda is not only unhealthy because it is a sugary drink, but it is also the most acidic thing that people drink on a daily basis. Knowing this the question, which sodas will release the most carbon dioxide when mixed with hydrochloric acid arose. In addition, knowing background information about what it is that is being tested is very important. When it is said that soda is acidic that may catch people off guard, but how acidic soda is goes across as an even bigger surprise. The

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    Problems associated with acidity Acidity plays a big part in the affection of our everyday lives. It might affect our bodies, the food we eat and even the environment that we live in. Some of these problems that affect us are: 1. Acidity levels in our body.(Stomach acid) 2. Acidity levels in the soil. 3. Acid rains. There are some ways that we can prevent these problems but we need scientific assistance and scientists are coming up with ways of solving the problems that are caused

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    Antacids Lab Report

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    CHM 2046L Lab Report: Antacids Katie Wong Lab Partner: Kealie Do June 27, 2017 Abstract: The build up of stomach acid may cause irritation and excess pain to individuals. Luckily, antacids being a weak base can help relieve the symptoms and pain. Antacids, such as Gelusil, Medi-Firs, Alka Seltzer, and Alcalak are neutralizing agents of acids that become helpful to the human body when heartburn occurs. Heartburn, also known as acid reflux is a common medical issue that occurs when hydrochloric acid

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    Kombucha Lab Report

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    Kombucha Fermentation Acid Levels, & Alkalizing Effect http://www.happyherbalist.com/cautions.htm Dear Ed, I saw this on acid and Kombucha & thought of you: -Mary Ann Excerpt from above link: While an under-fermented probiotic may harbor pathogens or fail to develop the beneficial nutrients, an over-fermented probiotic (higher in acetic acid) may overburden the stomach’s digestive juices. Here's why. The acidic pH aids the stomach’s digestive juices and helps break down food and relieve stagnation

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    Introduction The acidity of a substance can be very beneficial in maintaining the wellbeing of everything surrounding it. As humans, our stomachs contain a strong acid known as hydrochloric acid (HCl), which helps us digest the foods we eat. This acid breaks down the all the food ingested and helps the body absorb the nutrients that are needed. The average pH of the stomach acid may fall below the pH of 3, which can cause unpleasantness in the stomach. The pH of the stomach can be altered by

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    Chronic Atrophic Gastritis (CAG) is one of the diseases that may progress to gastric cancer. Gastritis including CAG is highly correlated with lifestyle. On the other hand, tea is widely consume by around two-third’s population. The consumption of tea has been associated with anticarcinogenic, antimutagenic, and cardioprotective effects based on experimental studies using cell culture and animal models. 4 Despite the high number of tea consumption, there are only few researches that study the effect

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    to have a higher expense of health care, which untimely creates an economic burden to the economy. Obesity leads to many diseases. It becomes relatively expensive for health insurances and individuals to come up with the funding, especially when gastric bypass surgery is the only solution. In order to solve this problem, insurances need to cover obesity surgeries because it’s considered a disease. As insurance companies cover the individuals who are obese in the long run the cost benefit ratio will

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