Welcome to the Introduction to Digestion eLearning module. In this course you will completed three learning packages. This course is designed for those about to enter into the health sciences such as Nursing or Paramedicine. 

In the module you will explore each of these topics:

  • The anatomy of the digestive system

  • The stages of digestion

  • Physical and chemical digestion

  • Each component of the digestive system

  • What are enzymes and the role they play in digestion

  • Products of enzymes

  • Factors affecting enzymes

  • What nutrition is and why it is important

  • Food pyramids and their role in achieving a balanced diet

  • Micronutrients and their significance in maintaining overall health