Child's Digestive System
The digestive system is responsible for breaking down food, absorbing nutrients from the food, and ridding the body of waste products from the food. The digestive system consists of the:
- Upper digestive tract, which includes the mouth, esophagus, and stomach.
- Lower digestive tract, which includes the small and large intestines.
- Liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
Credits
| By | Healthwise Staff |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | John Pope, MD - Pediatrics |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Chuck Norlin, MD - Pediatrics |
| Last Revised | March 13, 2012 |