"Digestion" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Digestion is the process by which the body breaks down the food we eat into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and utilized for energy, growth, and repair. It involves the actions of digestive enzymes in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine to break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into simpler substances such as sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids. The digested nutrients are then absorbed into the bloodstream and carried to the liver for processing and distribution to the rest of the body.
Digestives is a type of biscuit that is popular in the UK and Ireland. They are a classic, crunchy, and sweet biscuit with a distinctive rectangular shape. The name "digestive" refers to the fact that the biscuits were originally marketed as a digestive aid, meaning they were believed to aid in digestion after a meal.