Have you ever wondered what is the function of acid in the stomach? Here is a breakdown for you
Sterilizes the Food: Whenever we consume food, bacteria and other microorganisms come in with the food (even if it was cooked or pasteurized). The stomach acid helps to neutralize the bad invaders we don’t want in our system
Protein Digestion: Stomach acid is necessary to begin the process of breaking down protein. Have you ever marinated meat in vinegar? Vinegar is not nearly as acidic as what your stomach acid should be, yet, over time, it degrades the meat. This is what your stomach acid should be doing in a much quicker fashion.
Activating Pepsin: Pepsin is a proteolytic enzyme that is necessary for our body to effectively metabolize protein. Stomach acid activates pepsin from its inactive form, called pepsinogen.
Activating Intrinsic Factor: Stomach acid helps to activate intrinsic factor, which is a glycoprotein produced in the stomach that is necessary for vitamin B12 absorption.
Stimulating the Delivery of Bile and Enzymes: Stomach acid helps to stimulate the release of bile from the liver and gall bladder and digestive enzymes from the pancreas.
Closing the Esophageal Sphincter: Stomach acid is an important trigger for the contraction of the esophageal sphincter (just above the stomach) to protect the soft, delicate tissue of the esophagus from the harsh acids in the stomach.
Opening the Pyloric Sphincter: Stomach acid helps to activate the pyloric sphincter, which allows food to move from the stomach to the small intestine.
Yours in Health,
Cherinyit,
Ancestral Healing & Keto Diet Practioner
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