With Increasing Age,the Likelihood of Developing GERD Is Increased

question 74

True/False

With increasing age,the likelihood of developing GERD is increased.

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Definitions:

Digestion

The process by which food is broken down in the gut into substances that can be absorbed and assimilated into the body.

Immune-System Responses

The reactions of the immune system to foreign substances, infections, or injuries to protect the body.

Energy Expenditure

The amount of energy, measured in calories, that a person uses to maintain bodily functions and perform physical activities.

Biological Damage

Physical harm or deterioration to biological organisms or systems.