Digestive SystemVersion en ligne Put the steps in digestion in the correct order. par Holly Hanna 1 Digestive System Order Nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream. Food travels down the esophagus. Leftovers that are not absorbed into the bloodstream are passed to the large intestines where water is removed. Food travels to the small intestines. Chemicals in the stomach break down the food and dissolve it into liquid. After water is removed, the rest is waste and ends up in the toilet! Chew food with your teeth and saliva breaks it down.