Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:41am on 08 Aug 2025,Friday Science
In a recent viral video shared by India Today, ISRO scientist Shubhanshu Shukla offers a captivating explanation of how astronauts digest food in space. Shukla, known for his engaging science communication, breaks down the effects of microgravity on the human digestive system. He explains that in space, food doesn’t move down due to gravity but is pushed along the digestive tract by muscular contractions called peristalsis. His simple yet insightful demonstration has gained widespread appreciation, especially among students and space enthusiasts, highlighting the challenges of human biology beyond Earth.
