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just two of them. Recall that one of the


                    necessary components to make ATP is glucose

                    (blood sugar). Blood sugar is derived from the


                    food we eat.

                          The Gastrointestinal system (Stomach,

                    small intestine, and large intestine) is a very


                    complex system that must work in a very

                    coordinated way for you to properly assimilate


                    your food.

































                    The Gastrointestinal system
                    Source: William Crochot - US PD picture.



                    Stress, foreign bacteria, improper diet,

                    pharmaceutical drugs can all disrupt the fine


                    workings of the gastrointestinal system. If you

                    are not eating or eating food that is not high in
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