The major nutrients required for a healthy diet are carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. The digestive system breaks down large molecules of food, which are then absorbed into the bloodstream.
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Explore organisation and the human digestive system with Dr Alex Lathbridge. Listen to the full series on 大象传媒 Sounds.