THE INTESTINAL SYSTEM - The Body's Waste Disposal Plant


The intestinal system absorbs waste products from the body to be excreted with indigestible food fiber. When food is not properly eliminated, optimal health can be affected; in fact, many issues are linked to societies that do not consume adequate fiber. The intestinal system consists primarily of the lower bowel, (also known as the colon, large intestine or the body sewer system) and rectum.