This video is meant to expand your general knowledge about living a healthy life and is NOT a substitute for seeking medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before making changes in your health practices, diet and self-care.

For the most part, once food leaves our mouths it also leaves our minds. But what happens to food after you swallow it?

The digestive system as a whole is made up of many complex, crucial moving parts. Here’s what you need to know about what happens during this vital process, and how long it usually takes to break down and absorb your food.

Advisory: at the 5:39-44 mark of the video, stock footage briefly suggests someone using the toilet.

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