Water-soluble nutrients absorbed from the digestive tract are circulated directly to the _____

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Water-soluble nutrients (such as carbohydrates, proteins, and small amounts of vitamins) absorbed from the digestive tract are transported directly to the liver via the hepatic portal vein, where they undergo filtration, metabolism, and storage or release into the bloodstream. From there, the nutrients can be distributed throughout the body to nourish cells, tissues, and organs. The heart and kidneys are not directly involved in this process, although they do receive oxygen and nutrients from the circulatory system. The lymphatic system primarily transports fats and fat-soluble vitamins, not water-soluble nutrients.

Water-Soluble Nutrients Absorbed from the Digestive Tract Are Circulated Directly