Food Digestion Times: What Your Stomach Won’t Tell You

Eggs: 30–45 min

White fish: 30 min

Fatty fish (salmon, tuna): 45–60 min

Skinless chicken: 1.5–2 hrs

Red meat: 3–4 hrs

Legumes (lentils, chickpeas): 2–3 hrs

Dairy Products

Milk, yogurt: 1–2 hrs

Soft cheese: 2 hrs

Hard cheese: 4–5 hrs

Nuts & Seeds

Almonds, walnuts: 2–3 hrs

Chia, flax seeds: 2 hrs

Fats & Oils

Vegetable oils (olive, coconut): 30 min

Butter, margarine: 2–3 hrs

Drinks

Water: almost immediate

Fruit juice: 15–30 min

Coffee, tea: 30–45 min

What Slows Digestion

Overeating

Poor food combinations (e.g., meat + starch)

Lack of movement after meals

Digestive issues (IBS, acid reflux, gastritis)

Tips for Smooth Digestion

Chew your food thoroughly

Stay hydrated

Take a light walk after meals