màn xiāo huà

to be of slow digestion

In Chinese, the term '慢消化' is commonly used in both medical and dietary contexts to describe the process by which food is digested at a slower rate, often leading to a prolonged feeling of fullness. This concept is important for discussions around nutrition, weight management, and digestive health, particularly when referring to foods that are high in fiber or protein, which can take longer to break down in the stomach.