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Question
Has anyone at home told you to eat slowly and to chew well so that the food digests properly? Why do you think they say this?
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Solution
Yes, my mother always tells me to eat slowly and to chew well. I think proper chewing is necessary for easier swallowing. It also helps to digest the food.
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