The report reveals that common food dyes pose risks of cancer, hyperactivity in children, and allergies. The food industry dumps over 15 million pounds of the dyes studied into the food supply each year. Three of the dyes carry known carcinogens, and 4 can cause serious allergic reactions in some consumers.
here. I found this for you. don't know how accurate but it may help.
A) foods are physically broken down into smaller pieces!
your mouth brakes the food into small pieces and is the main part but chemical reaction also occurs,
the saliva in your mouth helps you swallow the food easily!
just imagine eating your food dry like doritos that will hurt! your saliva makes it a lot easier and painless!
Salmonella - A. food inspection
Whooping Cough - C. vaccination
HIV - B. education