Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal

10/1/2013

Follow Mary Roach on a journey through the uncharted territory that is our own digestive system in "Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal." From the mouth to the nether regions, learn fascinating facts about our body's food processing system, such as why saliva is important and how the stomach protects itself from its own corrosive digestive juices. Roach humorously explores subjects such as flatulence, constipation, and yes, even fecal transplants. With her trademark wit and charm, Roach will take readers on a journey that is both entertaining and illuminating.

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