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The Healthy Gut

The digestive system (or gut) is a tube that goes from the mouth through the chest and abdomen to the back passage. It is divided in to several segments each of which has a specialised function.

THE TIME TAKEN FOR FOOD
to go from the mouth to the anus varies from 12 to 48 hours depending on the type of food eaten.

Two other organs are intimately involved in digestion, the liver and pancreas. They are attached to the gut by small tubes which carry bile and enzymes to mix with food. Food, fluid and finally waste products are pushed along the gut by muscular contractions in the wall which are called peristalsis. The time taken for food to go from the mouth to the anus varies from 12 to 48 hours depending on the type of food eaten.

Facts About The Healthy Gut
Second Edition 2003

Contents

• What is the digestive System?
• The Parts of the Gut
• Tips for a Healthy Diet

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