Digestion and Absorption of Nutrients

Digestion: Digestion is the process by which food is broken down into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and utilized by the body. It occurs in several stages, primarily within the gastrointestinal tract, involving mechanical and chemical processes. 1. Mechanical Digestion: Mechanical digestion involves the physical breakdown of food into …

Digestion and Absorption of nutrients

Digestion involves breaking down food into smaller components for cellular absorption and utilization. Absorption is the uptake of these components into the bloodstream or lymphatic system for distribution to cells. The gastrointestinal tract (GIT) is where most digestion and absorption of nutrients occur. Here’s an overview of the processes for …

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