One of the main hormones involved in the process is motilin, which is responsible for keeping the digestive tract moving and free of undigested food. When motilin levels are low, the digestive system ...

Nausea and vomiting are closely related but distinct physiologic and psychological phenomena that are often experienced together. The incidence of nausea and vomiting are high but our understanding of ...

Current treatment of gastroparesis involves a stepwise approach, beginning with restoration of hydration and nutrition. A low-fat, low-fiber, soft diet with frequent small meals should be ...

“Caffeine increases gastrointestinal hormones such as CCK (cholecystokinin), gastrin and motilin, which can increase the motility of the intestines and help with smooth muscle contraction,” says Boxer ...