What does word absorption mean in the intestine?

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The term "absorption" in the context of the intestine refers specifically to the process by which water is taken from the intestinal lumen into the bloodstream. Most water reabsorption occurs in the colon, where water that was previously excreted by the mouth and stomach is absorbed back into the body. The discussion clarifies that reabsorption does not imply water moving into the intestine from blood vessels, but rather the absorption of water already present in the digestive system. This process can be observed when consuming raw foods, as the body prioritizes expelling waste over absorption.

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What does word "absorption" mean in the intestine?

Water is absorbed in the intestine.
most water reabsorption take place in colon.

When they water is absorbed in the first sentence, do they mean water moving out from the intestine to blood vessels. When they say reabsorption do they mean water coming into the intestine from blood vessels?

The english is confusing me here. Thanks :smile:
 
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Nope when they say water is being reabsorbed they mean that water is apsorbed that was excreted by the mouth (saliva) and stomach (stomach acid).
This adsorption takes time and you can notice this when you visit the toilet after you at something like raw food. Your body will want to get rid of it as soon as possible so there is no time for absorption.
 

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