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The acidity of the stomach prevents the growth of almost all micro-organisms (such as bacteria) - which could otherwise cause infection.

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the stomach is lined with a phlem like substance called mucus and it protects your stomach from bacteria and the acids inside your stomach from eating itself away.

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