How big is the stomach?

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In normal fasting conditions, the stomach is about 50 ml, and can be expanded to 1500-2000 ml after eating. The

How big is the stomach?

stomach is located under the diaphragm, connected to the esophagus and the small intestine. The stomach is small in size and has a telescopic function. After eating, the stomach is expanded due to food accumulation in the stomach. Some people with a large stomach can increase their stomach by 20-30 times than the fasting state. The stomach is a digestive organ of the human body. It can push food into the small intestine through peristaltic movement. It can also secrete digestive enzymes to promote digestion and absorption of food.

If people do not pay attention to dietary hygiene or overeating, it may lead to stomach problems, which may affect digestion and is not conducive to health.



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