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Digestive Health and Nutrition: The Connection
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What is the primary function of the digestive system?
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To break down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body
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The digestive system is responsible for breaking down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body. This process begins in the mouth, where saliva breaks down carbohydrates, and continues in the stomach and intestines, where other enzymes and acids further break down food.