Tag: Waste

The human digestive system is approximately 30 feet long, a muscular tube where food's incredible journey begins. So, what does our body do with the matter we consume? It’s a complex process of mechanical and chemical digestion, nutrient absorption, and waste elimination that keeps us alive and functioning properly.

It is a common misconception that a diet consisting only of liquids will completely halt bowel movements. But even without solid food, the body will still produce waste, so yes, you will still poop on a liquid diet. Stool is composed of more than just food residue.

According to the National Institutes of Health, the average person in the United States already consumes sufficient vitamin C through their diet. While supplements are popular, especially during cold season, many experts suggest that for healthy individuals, large doses of vitamin C supplements are a waste of money because the body simply flushes out what it doesn't use.