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For instance, I realise being able to absorb simple sugars in the mouth is pivotal in the rapid action of oral glucose gel. Thus I was wondering what nutrients in general can be absorbed directly within the mouth, and at what speed?

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Many vitamins are absorbed in mouth. Even spraying vitamins will help you overcome vitamin deficiency. Even some drugs can be absorbed directly into mouth.

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Source of this info? – AndroidPenguin May 23 at 4:38
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Alcohol, a very important source of nutrition in undergrad students, can also be absorbed through the mouth. – Chinmay Kanchi May 23 at 7:22
www.crohns.net/Miva/education/aboutsprays.shtm – biogirl May 23 at 16:47
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@biogirl that's not really a credible source – Rory M♦ May 23 at 17:23

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