One of the alarm reaction responses resulting from increased sympathetic activity is decreased digestion.

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This is because increased sympathetic activity results in the diverting of blood flow away from the digestive system and towards essential organs and muscles to prepare the body for the fight or flight response. This can result in decreased digestion and absorption of nutrients in the gut.

One of the Alarm Reaction Responses Resulting from Increased Sympathetic