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Why does the acidity level change throughout the digestive system?
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A very complex question: For example, the stomach requires an acid environment whereas the small intestine requires an alkaline environment. It is all to do with the magic of digestion and absorption of the materials that are turned into you.
Answered 10/2/2015
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