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Why do i get tired when i eat?

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Patricia January 31, 2013 0 Comments

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Jocelyn0 Posted 0 Comments

It could be a sensitivity to sugars, preservatives, stimulants, etc. Are you getting enough water? Or it could be portion size issue. You won’t know till you try eliminating some things and see how your body reacts.

A good rule of thumb, if you’re concerned, is to work with a dietician or nutritionist to identify the possible culprit.

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Jason0 Posted 0 Comments

You might find the answers to this question helpful http://www.ideafit.com/answers/why-do-i-get-incredibly-tired-after-i-eat…

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Joanne0 Posted 0 Comments

Digestion takes up a lot of energy. Blood is shunted away of larger muscles and shunted towards the part of the body that requires the energy.

That’s why it is so important to leave heavy meals for when one doesn’t need to engage in labor-intensive or cognitive intensive activities.

Best!

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Harris12 Posted 0 Comments

Hi Patricia,

I agree with the above posts. They have some great points.

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NatalieSmith5 Posted 0 Comments

Hello Patricia Longwright,

My first thought is that you may be eating too much at once, as Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali explains. I would also take everyone else’s advice.
Take care.

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