Imagine your body has an internal clock that helps you stay awake and sleepy at the right times. Around lunch, this clock tells your brain it's time to slow down, making you feel tired, like a midday slump. This happens because your body is still processing breakfast, and your energy levels dip until you get more food or rest.
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- During lunch, midday slump hits you like a wave when you're trying to finish work.
- Postprandial dip makes your brain feel sleepy after you eat a big sandwich.
- Your body tells your brain it’s time for a break, that's the midday slump.
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See also
- How Does the Human Body Tell Time?
- How Do We Know When It’s Time to Go to Sleep?
- How Do Our Bodies Know When to Sleep and When to Wake Up?
- How Does the Moon Affect Our Sleep Patterns?
- How Does the Moon Affect Our Sleep?
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