Is postprandial somnolence a pre-diabetic symptom? If you feel drowsy after eating this food, suspect it.

Diabetes is closely related to anorexia.

 

When blood sugar levels are unstable, insulin is secreted excessively after eating, causing drowsiness.

We'll tell you how to deal with food intolerance, which can be a precursor or early sign of diabetes.

 

Two-Line Summary of Today's Diabetes Letter

1. It may be an early symptom of diabetes.

2. Blood sugar testing and improving eating habits are essential.

Everyone experiences anorexia.

 

 

 

Postprandial sleepiness, or feeling drowsy after a meal, is a common experience. This occurs when blood rushes to the stomach for digestion, reducing blood flow to the brain. Another reason for this postprandial sleepiness is the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, which relaxes the entire body. Foods containing tryptophan, such as salmon, chicken, nuts, and milk, are particularly prone to drowsiness. This is because tryptophan calms the mind and reduces tension.

In cases like this, simply avoiding overeating and eating plenty of vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins and minerals during meals can alleviate food intolerance.

 

It could be a sign of 'diabetes risk'

 

Sometimes, postprandial coma is caused by unstable blood sugar levels, rather than the aforementioned causes. Unlike healthy people, those with unstable blood sugar levels experience rapid and significant spikes in blood sugar after meals. To lower this, they secrete large amounts of insulin. This causes a sudden drop in blood sugar levels, leading to feelings of drowsiness and fatigue.

 

Food drowsiness caused by blood sugar often occurs after eating foods high in carbohydrates and simple sugars. If you feel drowsy after eating more white rice than usual, eating bread for a meal, or eating tteokbokki or ramen with a drink, it could be a sign of unstable blood sugar levels, a precursor to diabetes. Professor Yoo Jeong-seon of the Endocrinology Department at Ilsan Cha Hospital said, "If these people continue to eat high-carbohydrate meals and experience frequent blood sugar fluctuations, the pancreatic beta cells that produce insulin can be damaged. Be careful not to neglect this and risk diabetes."

 

Check your blood sugar and do some physical activity after eating.

 

The first thing these people should do is check their blood sugar levels. They should accurately understand their blood sugar levels and practice lifestyle habits accordingly. Even if you're pre-diabetic or already diabetic, don't despair. Professor Yoo Jeong-seon said, "Diabetes is a disease that can be sufficiently managed with a balanced diet, exercise, and medication as needed," adding, "With thorough management in the early stages, diabetes remission can be achieved." Diabetes remission refers to maintaining a glycated hemoglobin level below 6.5% without medication for three months or more.

 

To prevent postprandial coma, reduce carbohydrate intake and increase protein intake. Changing the order in which you eat your meals is also recommended. Eating fiber-rich and protein-rich foods like vegetables, meat, fish, and tofu first, followed by carbohydrates last, will help your blood sugar rise more slowly and remain stable. It's also a good idea to exercise after meals, even if it's just for a brisk walk. This will help prevent sudden spikes in blood sugar that can lead to drowsiness.

 

 

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I thought that if you eat carbohydrates, you will have anorexia.

Is it worse for people with diabetes?

 

Reduce carbohydrates and increase protein.

I guess I'll have to start little by little...