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The digestive system chops, chews and processes foodstuffsstuffs then stores and
digests it, it eliminates waste, creates and absorbs nutrients .
A healthy digestive system relies on the proper functioning of the immune system
and nervous systems.
On a day to day basis people are probably more aware of their digestive system than
any other body system.
The frequent signals it sends out can be quite demanding:
- Bowel movement.
- Hunger messages.
- Thirst messages.
- Creation of wind.
All are part of its daily life.
The bedrock of good digestive health:
- Adequate and correct fibre.
- Fresh vegetables.
- Fresh fruit.
- Low intake of animal fats.
- Low intake of salt.
- High intake of pepperine (found in black pepper).
- Adequate digestive enzymes
- Effective absorption
Digestive System