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gastric acid [′gas·trik ′as·əd] (biochemistry) Hydrochloric acid secreted by parietal cells in the fundus of the stomach. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Popular heartburn pills taken to block the production of stomach acid seem to increase the risk of hip fractures in older people, according to an analysis of medical records. Carbon dioxide is also a building block of stomach acid, which helps digest food. When antacids are taken to neutralize stomach acid, the stomach secretes even more acid in an attempt to digest food. |
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