How does the type of food eaten influence stomach emptying rate?

a. The type of food has virtually no impact on the stomach emptying rate.
b. Solids pass through the stomach more quickly than liquids
c. Proteins pass through the stomach more slowly than fats.
d. Carbohydrates pass through the stomach more quickly than proteins.
e. Fats pass through the stomach more quickly than carbohydrates.


d

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