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A 33-year-old female asked:

Why do i become so sleepy after i eat? i've tried high protein diets, no carb, no sugar. nothing helps i still get sleepy?.. i try to not eat somedays

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Dr. Philip Miller
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Family Medicine 49 years experience
Sleep study: you may be suffering from a sleep disorder, narcolepsy or sleep apnea. Consult your physician to determine why this is occuring and review of your medications.
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