Digestive pouch producing acid and enzymes for food digestion.
Digestive organ in the shape of a pouch located between the esophagus and duodenum. It secretes acids and enzymes to digest food and mix it into a substance called chyme.
The stomach is a muscular organ playing a critical role in digestion. It produces hydrochloric acid and pepsin enzyme breaking down proteins.
Digesting proteins, producing gastric acid, temporarily storing food, and creating chyme.
Avoid large meals to not overload the stomach. Wait 2-3 hours after meals for intense activity. Limit alcohol and high-fat foods irritating the stomach.
The stomach produces acids to digest proteins and prepares food for the small intestine.
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