Nutrition
Why You Get Tired After Eating: The Blood Sugar Rollercoaster and How to Stop It
Post-meal fatigue, often called a "food coma," is typically caused by blood sugar spikes and crashes from carbohydrate intake and hormonal signals from rich meals. You can manage this afternoon slump by balancing your meals with complex carbohydrates, lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and by controlling portion sizes and meal timing.
Isabella Cortez·November 7, 2026
