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).
Name the organs and function of the digestive system. ORGANS FUNCTION Mouth To breakdown food into substances that can be absorbed and used for energy. Pharynx Esophagus Stomach Small intestine Large intestine Salivary glands Pancreas Liver Gallbladder 2. Define the term digestion and explain its significance.