When you eat a very large meal,sensors in your stomach stretch and your body greatly increases its production of digestive enzymes.Which component of the nervous system is controlling this response?
A) Parasympathetic,because intestinal activity is being stimulated
B) Sympathetic,because this system stimulates most body functions
C) Sympathetic,because your body is mobilizing for action
D) Voluntary,because the eating was voluntary
E) Parasympathetic,because this system is inhibitory to all bodily functions

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The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for stimulating digestive activity, including the production of digestive enzymes. As the stomach stretches from the large meal, this triggers the parasympathetic nervous system to increase digestive activity.

When You Eat a Very Large Meal,sensors in Your Stomach