Undigested Food Is Thrown Out

key notes :

The Digestive System’s Job:

The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that our body can use for energy, growth, and repair.

Undigested Food:

Not all food is fully digested; some parts of food, like fiber, cannot be broken down by the body. This part of the food becomes waste.

The Large Intestine’s Role:

After most nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine, any leftover, undigested food passes into the large intestine.

Absorption of Water:

In the large intestine, water is absorbed from the undigested food, making the waste more solid.

Formation of Waste (Feces):

The remaining solid waste, known as feces, is stored in the rectum until it’s ready to be excreted.

Elimination Process:

When the body is ready to remove waste, it is pushed out through the anus. This is called excretion or defecation.

Importance of Excretion:

Removing waste from our bodies keeps us healthy by preventing the buildup of harmful substances.

Fiber’s Role:

Eating fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains helps in forming and moving waste through the digestive system.

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