Tag: How nutrients are absorbed

Over 90% of all dietary nutrients are absorbed by the body in one specific location. In fact, the small intestine is where most of your nutrients get absorbed, making it a powerhouse of digestion and nutrient uptake. This incredible feat is made possible by its unique structure and specialized cells.

Over 90% of all nutrient absorption occurs in the small intestine. So, are nutrients absorbed by diffusion, or are other, more complex mechanisms involved in this vital process?