Prebiotics are basically the metabolic fuel for probiotics. Itâs a term that encompasses a number of mostly carbohydrates that are present in vegetables and grains, for instance in wheat, artichokes, legumes, etc.
List and define the 6 main functions of the digestive system: ingestion, movement, digestion (chemical and mechanical), secretion, absorption, and elimination. Ingestion: conscious activity of bringing food and liquid into the digestive system. Movement: occurs by peristalsis (see Q9 for definition of peristalsis).
Function of the stomach. 1  The stomach is J-shaped and it can expand to temporarily store food. 2  Partial digestion of the food takes place here. 3  The stomach releases acids and enzymes for the chemical breakdown of food.  The stomach releases food into the small intestine in a controlled and regulated manner.