Viscosity is a physicochemical property associated with dietary fibers, particularly soluble
dietary fibers. Viscous dietary fibers thicken when mixed with fluids and include …

This review summarizes the current knowledge on anatomy and physiology of the human
gastrointestinal tract in comparison with that of common laboratory animals (dog, pig, rat and …

Previous studies have shown that ileal infusion of partially digested triglyceride inhibits
jejunal motility. The partial digest used in those studies contained a mixture of glycerol, free …

The physiology and pathophysiology of small bowel motility are reviewed with particular
focus on the motility patterns and periods that are detected by intraluminal manometry …

The physical properties of digesta may influence mixing, efficiency of digestion, and
absorption within the lumen of the intestine. We review how the physical properties of …

1 Peristalsis was evoked in guinea‐pig small intestine by slow fluid infusion and recorded
onto video and digitized. Spatio‐temporal maps of diameter and longitudinal movement …

The present invention provides methods and compositions for slowing gastrointestinal
transit and prolonging residence time to optimize presentation and absorption of ingested …

Major functions of the colon are to (1) absorb water, certain electrolytes, short chain fatty
acids, and bacterial metabolites;(2) slowly propel its luminal contents in the caudad …

Small intestinal movements depend on the composition of the chyme with mixing
predominating at high nutrient levels and propulsion being prevalent at low nutrient levels …

The main functions of gastric motility are to accommodate and store the ingested meal, grind
down or triturate solid particles, and then empty the meal in a regulated fashion into the …