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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
- n. See alimentary canal.
Wiktionary
- n. System of organs within multicellular animals which takes in food, digests it to extract energy and nutrients, and expels the remaining waste.
WordNet 3.0
- n. tubular passage of mucous membrane and muscle extending about 8.3 meters from mouth to anus; functions in digestion and elimination
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“Sugar alcohols polyols, such as erythritol and xylitol and fiber are considered minimal-impact carbs because they pass through the digestive tract with little effect on blood sugar.”
“Orlistat prevents pancreatic enzymes from breaking down food in your digestive tract so that it will not be absorbed.”
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