Is Ingestion the Same as Eating? Understanding the Broad Biological Distinction
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The human digestive tract is approximately 30 feet long, a complex system where the process of ingestion begins but is not the same as the specific, intentional act of eating. While often used interchangeably in casual conversation, these two terms have distinctly different meanings, particularly in a biological context, encompassing far more than just sitting down for a meal.
