Stomach Mucus: Where It Comes From and Its Role in Digestion
Mucus is not produced by the cells of the stomach lining. The stomach secretes gastric juice, which contains hydrochloric acid and enzymes that help digest food. The mucus-producing cells are located in the mucous membrane that lines the intestines, not the stomach.Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Related Articles
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