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Sometimes i'm so full that i fall asleep. explain why? is it ok to be that full?
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Full: when a person eats a lot the blood flow to the brain is decreased as it diverts to the intestines, the decreased blood flow to the brain gives the brain less oxygen which makes a person very drowsy and sleepy.
Answered 11/28/2017
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A large meal: diverts your blood flow to your stomach...reducing it to your brain.....its OK but not the "healthiest" way to eat!!!! Is eating a problem???? Are you overweight????? Also if you have to RETURN to work..after eating??...well???? Hope this helps Dr Z
Answered 3/7/2015
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