Stomach Emptying Time: How Long Does Food Stay in Your System?

Small Meal (300-400 calories)

- Stomach emptying: 2-4 hours

Medium Meal (600-800 calories)

- Stomach emptying: 3-5 hours

Large Meal (1,000+ calories)

- Stomach emptying: 4-6 hours

These times are just general guidelines and can vary from person to person. There are many factors that can affect stomach emptying time, including the type of food eaten, the amount of food eaten, and the individual's metabolism.

The rate of stomach emptying is also affected by the individual's physical activity level. People who are more active tend to have faster stomach emptying times.