Some carbohydrates in food can't be digested and absorbed by the intestines. These pass down into your colon to be broken down by bacteria, producing gas, which is released as flatulence. Foods containing a high amount of unabsorbable carbohydrates include: 1  beans. 2  broccoli. 3  cabbage. 4  cauliflower. 5  artichokes. 6  raisins.
What Are Hormones, And What Do They Do? Hormones are special chemical messengers in the body that are created in the endocrine glands. These messengers control most major bodily functions, from simple basic needs like hunger to complex systems like reproduction, and even the emotions and mood. Understanding the major hormones and what they do will help patients take control of their health. Prostaglandins.
Luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Controls production of sex hormones (estrogen in women and testosterone in men) and the production of eggs in women and sperm in men. Pituitary gland.Antidiuretic hormone (vasopressin). Affects water retention in kidneys; controls blood pressure. Pituitary gland. Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). Controls production of sex hormones (estrogen in women and testosterone in men) and the production of eggs in women and sperm in men.onsider the following hormones and their role in the workings of the endocrine system: Where the hormone is produced. Hormone(s) secreted. Hormone function. Adrenal glands. Aldosterone.