Physiological Views Of The Structure, Functions, And Disorders Of The Stomach And Alimentary Organs Of The Human Body - Softcover

Thomas Hare

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0461655950 ISBN 13: 9780461655957

Publisher: HardPress, 2020

Synopsis

Physiological Views Of The Structure, Functions, And Disorders Of The Stomach And Alimentary Organs Of The Human Body: With Observations On The Qualities And Effects Of Food And Fermented Liquors, And On The Influence Of Climate And Local Station by Thomas Hare is a pioneering early-19th-century treatise that systematically examines the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system. The work surveys the stomach and its relation to the nervous system and brain, then expands outward to the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, and intestines, detailing the structure, secretions, and mechanical actions that govern digestion. It further explores the liver, spleen, pancreas, and the absorbent system, including the lacteals and lymphatics, and discusses the role of gastric, enteric, and other secretions in nutrient processing, fermentation, and assimilation. The book also extends to the teeth, their development, crystallization, and decay, with cautions against unqualified dental practices. Across chapters, Hare connects diet, climate, and lifestyle to health, offering early insights into how food, beverages, and local conditions influence digestive health and systemic well-being.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0461655950
• ISBN 13: 9780461655957
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 396