The circadian clock regulates metabolism in anticipation of regular changes in the environment. It is found throughout the body, including in key metabolic organs such as the liver, adipose tissues, a
Food intake is a vital process that supplies necessary energy and essential nutrients to the body. Information regarding luminal composition in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) collected through mecha
Many seabirds including penguins are adapted to long periods of fasting, particularly during parts of the reproductive cycle and during moult. However, the influence of fasting on the gastrointestinal
Many seabirds including penguins are adapted to long periods of fasting, due to reproduction, prey availability and moult. In the past many studies have focused their attention on understanding the ph