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After a heavy meal it seems that the body is energized and ready for full functioning. But what do we get in practice? I would like to lie down and rest a little. Sometimes this “a little”
is delayed and confuses our plans. BUT WHY IS THIS HAPPENING? This is an absolutely natural reaction of the body. After all, digesting food is not an easy task. Most of the energy is
allocated specifically for the digestive process. Therefore, we need time to recuperate. Consider this at the hormonal level. Foods rich in protein and carbohydrates will put you to sleep
easily. Here’s why: Protein foods contain amino acids that produce serotonin (the hormone of happiness) in our bodies. It has a strong effect on mood and is closely related to melatonin in
the sleep cycle. Therefore, having dined, for example, chicken with rice, you almost certainly want to sleep. Especially if the portion is larger than usual. This effect is called food coma
(or postprandial hypotension). OFTEN, THE CONSEQUENCES DEPEND ON THE QUANTITY. Overeating disrupts the energy balance in the body. After it comes an irresistible craving for sleep. And this
happens due to a jump in blood glucose. Also, it is important to consider A PERSON’S BIOLOGICAL CLOCK. At about two o’clock in the afternoon, a person develops natural sleepiness. If this
time coincides with a heavy meal, then it is extremely difficult to resist sleep. WHAT SHOULD BE DONE TO AVOID THIS? Energy drinks and coffee won’t help! They only temporarily suspend the
work of sleep hormones. IT IS IMPORTANT EVERY DAY: _Maintain a balance in nutrition_ _Drink daily water intake_ _Eat small meals_ _Go out for walks during the day_ _Do not overuse coffee and
energy drinks_ _Get enough sleep at night (7–9 hours)_ If you follow all the instructions, you will forget about food to whom as a bad dream! But if all else fails, it may be a symptom of a
serious illness. In this case, a doctor’s consultation is required.