Ever wondered what actually happens after you take a bite of food?

In this episode of The Nourish Code, From Bite to Benefit: The Journey of Digestion, Emiliano, Ivonne, Paula, and Alexa guide you through the incredible step-by-step journey food takes inside your body — from the first chew to the moment nutrients enter your bloodstream.

With fun conversations, relatable moments, and mind-blowing science, the team explores:
• Why digestion starts in your mouth (and why chewing matters more than you think)
• How your stomach uses powerful acids and enzymes to transform food into fuel
• The small intestine’s massive role in nutrient absorption — and its surprisingly huge surface area
• The large intestine, gut bacteria, and the fascinating gut-brain connection
• Common digestive issues like bloating, reflux, and lactose intolerance — normalized and explained

This episode blends real talk, practical wellness tips, and fascinating biology to help you better understand — and support — your digestive health.If you eat food (which we’re guessing you do), this episode is for you.