The doctor explained the reason for drowsiness after eating

Therapist Natalia Leontieva said that drowsiness after eating can be a sign of prediabetes.

In conversation with the agency RuNews24.Ru On Wednesday, March 12, the specialist explained that after a meal, especially rich in carbohydrates, the blood glucose level drops sharply, and then rises sharply. This is a change in glucose levels and can cause a feeling of drowsiness and fatigue. For example, heavy and fatty foods require more energy to digest. This can also be a cause of drowsiness.

Meanwhile, people with insulin resistance or prediabetes may experience a more pronounced release of insulin after eating, which also leads to drowsiness, writes RT.

Leontieva advised to stick to a balanced diet and eat five to six times a day in small portions.

The doctor also stressed that this condition may be due to iron deficiency, so it is recommended to take a blood test and consult a doctor, the website reports. aif.ru .

In October, endocrinologist Natalia Tananakina said that foods high in carbohydrates can make you sleepy. According to her, eating carbohydrates in moderation can be beneficial to conserve energy, but excessive consumption can lead to drowsiness. 360.ru .

Earlier, Tananakina called sleep-inducing foods. She added sweets, white bread, pasta, white rice and potatoes.