Did You Know!

Your Stomach Lining Renews Itself Every 3–4 Days

Stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve metal, so to prevent it from digesting itself, your stomach constantly regenerates. The protective lining of the stomach is replaced roughly every three to four days. If it didn’t, the powerful hydrochloric acid would erode the tissue — which is why conditions like ulcers can develop if this renewal system breaks down.