gastrocolic

American  

[gas-troh-kol-ik] / ˌgæs troʊˈkɒl ɪk /

adjective

Anatomy.

1. of, relating to, or involving the stomach and colon.

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gastrocolic British  

/ ˌɡæstrəʊˈkɒlɪk /

adjective

1. of or relating to the stomach and colon

   gastrocolic reflex

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Etymology

Origin of gastrocolic

First recorded in 1840–50; gastro- + colic

Example Sentences

This communication between the stomach, brain and colon, called the gastrocolic reflex, is a normal response to eating.

From New York Times

The process of eating encourages a natural physiological response known as “the gastrocolic reflex,” which essentially works to get your colon fired up.

From Slate

Eating triggers what's called a "gastrocolic reflex," during which the intestines expel food in an effort to more or less make more room for your incoming meal.

From US News

For people who tend toward constipation, then, consolidating their food volume into fewer eating occasions can leverage the gastrocolic reflex and maximize their chances for a post-meal movement.

From US News

Conversely, nibbling small amounts throughout the day may not produce enough stimulating stretch of the stomach or enough of a caloric load to trigger the gastrocolic reflex.

From US News