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How long does it take to digest food?
A nutrition expert breaks down how long it takes to digest food—and shares tips on keeping your digestive system healthy.
When it comes to intestines, it sure seems like two are better than one. I asked my friend Franck Carbonero why that is. He’s a microbiologist at Washington State University. He studies the bacteria ...
When it comes to digestion, chewing is only half the battle. As food travels from your mouth into your digestive system, it’s broken down by digestive enzymes that turn it into smaller nutrients that ...
It goes without saying that proper digestion is pretty important. After all, we’ve all experienced the difficulties a bout of poor digestion can bring—fatigue, bloating, moodiness, and even depression ...
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Is a banana healthier than a banana milkshake for digestion?
Bananas are widely considered one of the easiest fruits to digest and are often recommended for gut health. But what happens when you turn this simple fruit into a banana milkshake? While both options ...
Food generally takes 14 to 58 hours to move through your digestive tract, with the average time being 28 hours. Some foods are digested more quickly, while foods high in protein, fiber, and fat ...
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