Tag: Solid vs liquid food

According to a study published by the National Institutes of Health, liquids typically empty from the stomach significantly more rapidly than solid foods. This initial speed, however, does not fully capture the complex relationship between liquid diets and digestive ease over the long term. While they can provide temporary relief, prolonged use can present new digestive challenges.

According to a Purdue University study, subjects who consumed carbohydrates as a liquid (soda) did not compensate by eating less later, unlike those who ate solid carbohydrates (jelly beans). This highlights a critical question for weight management: Why are liquid calories less filling?

Plain water can be absorbed into the bloodstream in as little as 5 minutes on an empty stomach, a significantly faster process than the digestion of solid foods. This rapid assimilation is a fundamental difference in how our digestive system processes what we consume and is a key factor in hydration.