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Sometimes after eating a very large meal i may feel dizzy. what might be causing this? i am quite slim and eat healthy

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Dr. John Baker answered

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Dizzy: Some people get a drop in blood sugar after eating in response to the food 'load'... Also it is possible for a 'vagal' response after eating with BP drop. Probably good to see the doctor.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

Sometimes after eating a very large meal i may feel dizzy. what might be causing this? i am quite slim and eat healthy

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Baker answered

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