Inside Your Intestines

Medically Reviewed by Minesh Khatri, MD on October 01, 2022
Question 1/9

Stretched out, your small intestine is:

  • 2 feet long
  • Around 8 feet
  • More than 15 feet
Question 2/9

Trillions of tiny organisms live inside your large intestine.

  • True
  • False
Question 3/9

Along with digestion, your intestines help with:

  • Water balance
  • Absorbing vitamins
  • Both of the above
Question 4/9

From mouth to flush, how long does it take to digest a meal?

  • About 3 hours
  • 1 1/2 to 2 days
  • About a week
Question 5/9

Digestion takes place mostly in the:

  • Large intestine
  • Small intestine
  • Stomach
Question 6/9

What happens when you swallow gum?

  • You digest it.
  • It gets stuck in your small intestine.
  • It passes through you.
Question 7/9

To keep your colon healthy, you should get regular cleanses.

  • True
  • False
Question 8/9

If you have celiac disease, your body can’t handle:

  • Dairy products
  • Soybeans
  • Gluten
Question 9/9

People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) probably should avoid:

  • Broccoli
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Bananas