Digestive Organs
which organ breaks down food using acid
Stomach
What is digestion
The process of breaking down food
what protein triggers celiac disease
Gluten
What is bloating
Bloating
Which organ absorbs most nutrients
Small intestine
What moves food down the esophagus
Peristalsis
What type of disease is celiac disease
an autoimmune disease
What is diarrhea
frequent loose or watery bowel movement
What organs produces bile
Liver
What is the process of breaking down food
Breaking food into smaller parts so the body can use it
What diet helps treat celiac disease
a strict gluten free diet
Why might someone with celiac disease feel tired
Poor nutrient absorption can cause tiredness
What connects the mouth to the stomach
Esophagus
What happens if the small intestine cannot absorb nutrients properly
The body may not get enough nutrients
What happens when someone with celiac disease eats gluten
the immune system attacks the small intestine and damages its lining
name two common symptoms of celiac disease
Stomach pain bloating diarrhea or tiredness