Increased diffuse colonic activity after eating a meal is called the
A) Enterogastric excitatory reflex
B) Enterogastric inhibitory reflex
C) Ileal brake
D) Gastrocolic reflex
E) Gastoileal reflex

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The gastrocolic reflex is the physiological response of the colon to the presence of food in the stomach. When food enters the stomach, it triggers this reflex, which increases motility (activity) in the colon, often leading to the urge to have a bowel movement. This is a normal response and is part of the body's way of making room for more food that is being digested.

Increased Diffuse Colonic Activity After Eating a Meal Is Called