Physiologic anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract, Review of smooth muscle function, Secretions
in the G.I.T. and their control, Movements of the gastrointestinal tract, Digestion and absorption
of various food substances, Physiologic anatomy of the liver and biliary system including their
functions, Disorders of G.I.T, The gut as an endocrine organ. Nutrition: energy and other dietary
requirements. Basal metabolic rate. Nitrogen balance. Amino acid deficiency. Hormonal control
of nutritional needs, vitamins, mineral mechanisms. Food value of local foodstuffs. Diet sheets
and nutritional deficiency states.