Digestive System
- When you eat
mouth
tongue
saliva
teeth
chew, break down
break down, easier to swallow
throat
esophagus
mouth to stomach
- Stomach
a sack
store food
mix and mash
gastric juices
soupy mix
- Small intestine
a very long tube
break down even more
absorb nutrients
protein
calcium
strong bones
build muscles
- Large intestine
fatter
colon
absorb water
get rid of waste
- Take care
eat nutritious food
drink water
exercise
high in fiber
beans
nuts
whole grain
fruits
make gastric juices
eat slowly, right amount
vegetables