How much time does it take to break down protein?

Answer 1

It takes over three hours to break down and assimilate proteins. Protein molecules are long chains with well-soldered links, and to break down their resistance requires the combination of good chewing and a barrage of various gastric, pancreatic, and biliary juices.

Answer 2

In general terms, proteins are molecules consisting of one or more polypeptide chains. Proteins can be formed by about 40 to over 4000 amino acid residues, and to have a molecular mass from around 4 daltons to over 440 kD. Moreover, depending upon its function, proteins can be formed by a single or multiple sub-units, can be a single polypeptide chain or be constituted by several side chains forming branches, be long fiber structures or globular molecules, just to put a few examples.

Answer 3

The time it takes to break down protein varies depending on factors like the type of protein, the individual's digestive health, and the presence of enzymes. Proteins can be broken down by stomach acid and digestive enzymes in the intestines, a process that typically takes several hours.

Answer 4

Whey protein will stay in your body about 2.5 hours. Casein protein about 8 hours.

Answer 5

The size of proteins varies from few kDa (Trp-cage consist of 20amino acids only!) to mega Dalton (titin and nuclear pore protein complexes)

Answer 6

8hrs

Answer 7

37 days