Lipase 2.200, Alpha-amylase 1.700, CRP 38 – and two weeks in the hospital.
For a long time, the pancreas works patiently in the background, adapting to the demands placed on it and rarely drawing attention to itself. But when its limits are reached and it becomes overwhelmed, the consequences can be sudden and severe.
What roles do nutrition, alcohol, physical activity, and lifestyle play. What can we do to help keep this sensitive organ healthy for as long as possible?
This book provides a clear and accessible introduction to the anatomy and function of the pancreas. It explains what happens when its delicate balance is disrupted, which diseases can develop, and which warning signs should be taken seriously.
A concise guide to better understanding one of the most fascinating and often underestimated organs in the human body.
