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Does the large intestine absorb water and vitamins?

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The large intestine absorbs water, electrolytes, and some kinds of vitamins and minerals. After your food has been swallowed and has been digested in your stomach and small intestine your large intestine absorbs the last of the water. read more

Your large intestine is one of the last stops digested food material makes before exiting your body. While the small intestine is generally considered the digestive organ that absorbs the most nutrients, the large intestine does absorb some nutrients while also removing water and absorbing wastes. read more

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