🌊 Peristalsis: The Motion Behind Digestion 🌊 Your digestive system works nonstop, and peristalsis is at the heart of it all: 🔹 Small Intestine: Smooth muscle contractions move food slowly, maximizing nutrient absorption. 🔹 Large Intestine: Peristalsis transitions into strong, coordinated movements that push waste forward for elimination. This wave-like motion is essential for digestion and maintaining gut health. Watch our 3D animation to see peristalsis in action, from the small intestine t