digestion

What is the digestive system?

The digestive system is the body system that helps us break down food and absorb nutrients.

What do we start with when we eat?

We start with our mouth, where we chew food.

What happens in the stomach?

In the stomach, food gets mixed with juices to break it down further.

What is the small intestine?

The small intestine is a long tube where most of the nutrients from food are absorbed.

What does the large intestine do?

The large intestine helps absorb water and get rid of waste.

What is the role of saliva?

Saliva helps soften food in the mouth and starts digestion.

What is a nutrient?

Nutrients are the parts of food that our bodies need to grow and stay healthy.

What are enzymes?

Enzymes are special proteins that help break down food into smaller parts.

What does the liver do?

The liver makes bile, which helps digest fats.

What is digestion?

Digestion is the process of breaking down food so our bodies can use it.

What is the esophagus?

The esophagus is a tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.

What is the function of the pancreas?

The pancreas makes juices that help digest proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

What does fiber do for digestion?

Fiber helps keep the digestive system healthy and helps food move through the intestines.

What is gastric juice?

Gastric juice is a liquid in the stomach that helps break down food.

What is peristalsis?

Peristalsis is the process of muscles pushing food through the digestive system.