“The digestive system”
- Summarize how the digestive system provides nutrients to the body tissues
- Outline the symptoms of eight common digestive problems related to nutrition
For this discussion, the student will:
Watch the following video: “The digestive system” https://youtu.be/qF6TBRaE2_A
- Describe the role of the following organs in processing the food we eat:
- Mouth
- Stomach
- Small intestine
- Large intestine
- What is peristalsis and how does it help in the digestion of food?
- Can you think of a disease or medication that would speed up or slow down peristalsis?
Requirements:
APA 7 ed.
Sources published in the last 5 years. at least 2 references. 1 PAGE content paper, plus title and reference pages.