
[Archive] Thanksgiving & The Food Coma
The Curious Clinicians
The Science Behind the Thanksgiving Food Coma
This chapter delves into the science of post-Thanksgiving meal sleepiness, often referred to as a 'food coma.' It clarifies the impact of carbohydrate-rich foods on insulin and neurotransmitter levels, while debunking the myth that turkey is the sole culprit behind holiday drowsiness.
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