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How long (on average) does it take a human to digest food? How long does it take for liquids?
Any help will be appreciated.
Any help will be appreciated.
The average human digestive period for solid food is between 14 to 18 hours, with a more precise estimate often cited as 17 hours. In contrast, liquids typically take around 4 hours to digest. This information is corroborated by various sources and aligns with basic human physiology principles. Understanding these timeframes is essential for anyone studying nutrition or digestive health.
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