Colon
Description
The Colon is the section of the Large Intestine from the Ileum to the Rectum. Most food has already been digested by Digestive Enzymes when it reaches the Colon.
Biological Functions of the Colon
Digestion
Bacterial digestion of soluble Polysaccharides occurs in the Colon.
Water is absorbed into the bloodstream from the Colon.
Metabolism
Acetic Acid is formed in the Colon from the fermentation of Polysaccharides.
Butyric Acid is formed in the Colon from the fermentation of Polysaccharides.
Propionic Acid is formed in the Colon from the fermentation of Polysaccharides.
Vitamins
A small quantity of Vitamin B12 is manufactured endogenously within the Colon, however the Vitamin B12 that is manufactured in the Colon is not absorbed into the bloodstream and is excreted from the body via the feces.
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