Age & Digestion: How Does Age Affect Digestion?

It is a known fact that with ageing, many bodily functions slow down; this includes your digestive tract. It might not function as efficiently or as quickly as it once did. As we age, the muscles of the digestive tract become stiffer, weaker, and less efficient. Moreover it is also more likely that your tissues will become damaged since new cells aren’t forming as quickly as they once did.