Advanced nutrition & human metabolism pdf

Within the lamina propria, lying just below the epithelium, is the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue MALT , which. A controls secretions from the mucosal glands B contains white blood cells and protects against ingested microorganisms C initiates peristalsis D secretes mucus, hormones, and digestive juices into the lumen Answer : B. Which structural component of the gastrointestinal tract lies within the muscularis externa and controls the contractions that cause motility? Bile is most important for the digestion and absorption of A carbohydrates B proteins C fats. A decrease in the function of the parotid glands is most likely to result in A a lack of triglyceride digestion B bolus that is difficult to form C saliva that is too thin, that is, a high water to mucus ratio D diarrhea due to malabsorption Answer : B. What is the name of the digestive enzyme in saliva that digests starch?