Publisher's Synopsis
"The digestive system takes the nutrients in food to fuel the processes that keep our bodies alive and working well! In addition, it helps the body eliminate waste products. In this informative volume, readers learn the steps of digestion through understandable text and illustrative diagrams. The main content also covers the importance of good nutrition and maintaining a healthy digestive system. Sidebars and fact boxes support the text by further explaining science concepts and terms"--.
