gastric emptying

Gastric emptying is the process by which the stomach moves its contents into the small intestine. After eating, the stomach mixes food with acids and enzymes, breaking it down into a semi-liquid form called chyme. Then, muscles in the stomach gradually push this chyme through a valve called the pylorus into the small intestine, where nutrients are absorbed. The rate of emptying varies depending on the type of food, with liquids usually passing faster than solids. Proper gastric emptying is essential for digestion and nutrient absorption, and issues with this process can lead to symptoms like nausea, bloating, or indigestion.