gastrointestinal tract
noun
medical
: the part of the digestive system that consists of the stomach and intestines
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Turmeric contains curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce inflammation in the muscles, connective tissue, and gastrointestinal tract.
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2025
Experts believe that constipation from antipsychotics may be due to the medication slowing the movement of your gastrointestinal tract, making bowel movements more difficult.2
Not drinking enough fluids or getting enough exercise are factors that may also contribute to constipation.
—Mary Choy, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
While probiotics help with digestion by improving the microorganisms in your gut, turmeric can help control inflammation within your gastrointestinal tract.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 2 Apr. 2025
Caffeine can also affect your gastrointestinal tract in different ways.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2025
Experts believe that constipation from antipsychotics may be due to the medication slowing the movement of your gastrointestinal tract, making bowel movements more difficult.2
Not drinking enough fluids or getting enough exercise are factors that may also contribute to constipation.
—Mary Choy, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
While probiotics help with digestion by improving the microorganisms in your gut, turmeric can help control inflammation within your gastrointestinal tract.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 2 Apr. 2025
Caffeine can also affect your gastrointestinal tract in different ways.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
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“Gastrointestinal tract.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastrointestinal%20tract. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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