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I often get tired and fall asleep after meals. will this cause me to become fat?

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Very likely: Try a low carbohydrate regimen. If you are chubby, get checked for sleep apnea.

Answered 12/21/2013

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A member asked:

I often get tired and fall asleep after meals. will this cause me to become fat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

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