Have you ever wondered why after eatinglunchAfter being full, some people become very sleepy. especially in working age This symptom is scientifically known as “Food Coma” that does not make me sleepy alone But in some people still uncomfortable in the abdomen. Or stop until you can’t get up shortness of breath and of course affecting the full work Because when both sleepy and full, one would not concentrate on work. Whether working at the office or at home (Work from Home)
It’s not just “eating full” that causes some people to have symptoms “Food Coma” But sleep is not enough. overworking in the morning Or the type of food eaten also plays a part.
What is “Food Coma” caused by? Do you explore yourself?
for symptoms Food Coma that will occur after eatinglunchnot long ago also makes you feel tired Feeling that your energy level is decreasing, unable to work, losing concentration, unable to focus no work force Especially if there is a meeting, even bigger. because it is almost easy to fall asleep because the heart rhythm changes Because the heart is the body’s internal clock. It is responsible for regulating sleep patterns.
information from Medical News Today Stated that drowsiness after lunch comes from several theories, such as
1. type of food eaten because of the food that hascarbohydrateHigh can help the body absorb “tryptophan”, an amino acid that the body uses to create serotonin. which is a hormone that helps regulate sleep, digestion and mood, which may be one of the causes of “drowsy” after eating As for another type of food that makes you sleepy as well is “protein”
The theory has been tested before. Among Chinese truck drivers in 2021, the test results showed that People who ate vegetables, whole grains, milk and eggs were able to drive more efficiently than those on a protein-heavy meat diet.
Therefore, the researchers assumed that the type of food eaten Especially at lunch, it affects the energy in the afternoon differently.
2. quantity of meals According to research that studied the sleep of fruit flies, it was found that when they ate a lot, will sleep a lot as well But when you eat less, you sleep less.
Researchers have noted that the more we eat. “Big meal”, the digestive system will take time to work to absorb nutrients longer. As a result, the amount of sugar in the blood is higher as well. and subsequently lowering the energy level
A 2019 study of 52 drivers in Brazil found that those who ate in moderation were less drowsy than those who ate large amounts.
3. meal time One of the reasons why people feel sleepy in the afternoon. It may be caused by the body’s attempt to digest food. That coincides with the moment when the body’s natural energy is in a decline.
The reason for the reduced energy because it is the time when the body is out of the wakeful state by the alertness of our people each day Most of them will decrease during 14.00-17.00 or in the afternoon to evening. Therefore, when eating a large meal at noon, it will increase sleepiness after meals as well. because the body is not awake enough
4. blood circulation From a preliminary study in 2018, it was found that those who did not eat breakfast before and have lunch as the first meal of the day Causing the blood supply to the brain to drop suddenly shortly after lunch It is even more provocative to increase sleepiness.
Because the body needs blood to nourish the digestive system. instead of nourishing the brain to work when the blood supply to the brain is reduced therefore contributing to feeling drowsy and may have additional dizziness
5. ancient human instincts Another observation is that In the past, human ancestors lived in caves and hunted for food. This makes it seem like humans are programmed to stay awake during times of hunger. to find food to feed to survive And after being tired from hunting, they come back to eat and rest.
In addition to the preliminary theories, data from Department of Mental Health also explained that lack of sleep at night It is another factor that makes people sleepy during the day instead. Working too hard in the morning can also contribute to fatigue in the afternoon.
How to fight afternoon sleepiness to work efficiently
read here working age may have seen a clearer picture that the symptoms “Food Coma” is a factor that makes work worse in the afternoon. because drowsiness interferes with concentration But these symptoms can be prevented and corrected by modifying personal behavior. And may not always have to rely on “tea and coffee”
The first recommendation is to start by getting enough sleep about 7-9 hours a night. Because it’s the perfect time to relax according to the standard. Makes you wake up in the morning refreshed, not drowsy and can reduce drowsiness during the day. But you also need to go to bed and wake up on time as well. in order not to disturb the clock of life Don’t go to bed late and don’t wake up too late.
In addition, drinking enough water during the day. It can help refresh the body. And after having lunch, you should do a little exercise to stimulate blood flow better. for the brain to function fully And it also makes sleeping better at night.
for simple techniques helping to overcome Food Coma In the afternoon you can do the following:
– create alertness after lunch by finding activities to do before returning to sit at the desk move more or turn to talk to colleagues instead of sitting idle
– Adjust the way you eat. focus on bite-sized food Chew slowly and thoroughly. so that the stomach does not work too hard Drink water after meals to encourage your body to make some trips to the bathroom. So you don’t have to sit at your desk for too long.
– Choose a food category to be more appropriate. Avoid foods that are high in sugar, flour, snacks, and drinks that are very sweet, such as bubble tea.
– Can’t take it, don’t force it, if in the end, how to do it, the body still wants to sleep Take naps of no more than 10 minutes to give your body a short rest. And after a nap, it will return to be more alert. But if you sleep for too long, it can cause headaches.
Although feeling tired, exhausted, lethargic, exhausted, head not moving, belly tight to the point that he did not want to get up after lunch May not cause any serious damage But it affects the work quite a bit. especially in terms of performance
Therefore, behavior modification is important. because in addition to having the strength to continue working in the afternoon It also helps to have good health as well. And if you try to do all the ways, then the symptoms “Food Coma”Still interfering with daily life should consult a doctor or nutritionist. to find a suitable solution
Reference information : Medical News Today, Health Line and Department of Mental Health
2023-09-07 11:15:00
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