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Your stomach is where the food you eat is broken down into smaller pieces. This action is called digestion.
Stomach (gastric) juice is the term used to describe the substances that break down food in the stomach. These include hydrochloric acid and an enzyme called pepsin. Gastric juice is sometimes referred to as stomach acid, although not all of the substances in gastric juice are acidic.
Current as of: March 22, 2023
Author: Healthwise StaffMedical Review: JoLynn Montgomery PA - Family Medicine
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:JoLynn Montgomery PA - Family Medicine
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