Once upon a time, in the land of the human body, lay a hungry beast—the Stomach. Every day, a tasty morsel would slide down the sliding slope of the Esophagus into its waiting jaws. The Stomach would churn and mix the food, breaking it down into smaller pieces. Next, the food would journey through the winding roads of the Small Intestine, a 22-foot long path, where tiny, helpful workers called enzymes would break it down even more.
The nutrients from the food would then get absorbed and sent to help other parts of the body. Afterwards, the leftovers would enter the Large Intestine, a shorter but wider road, to have water removed, and be turned into waste. This waste would then leave the body, and the process would start all over again with the next meal.
But remember, the health of this fantastic system depends on what you feed it. Eating a balanced diet keeps the system running smoothly, while too much junk food can cause it to feel sluggish and tired. So, the next time you're about to enjoy a meal, remember you're also feeding the hungry beast and the winding roads inside you.