Digestive System

  1. When you eat

mouth

tongue

saliva

teeth

chew, break down

break down, easier to swallow

throat

esophagus

mouth to stomach

  1. Stomach

a sack

store food

mix and mash

gastric juices

soupy mix

  1. Small intestine

a very long tube

break down even more

absorb nutrients

protein

calcium

strong bones

build muscles

  1. Large intestine

fatter

colon

absorb water

get rid of waste

  1. Take care

eat nutritious food

drink water

exercise

high in fiber

beans

nuts

whole grain

fruits

make gastric juices

eat slowly, right amount

vegetables