Postprandial dip
Postprandial dip
Postprandial dip (pronunciation: post-pran-dee-al dip) is a term used in medicine to describe a decrease in energy levels experienced after eating a meal. This phenomenon is also commonly referred to as a "food coma" or "carb coma" in colloquial language.
Etymology
The term "postprandial" is derived from the Latin words "post", meaning "after", and "prandium", meaning "meal". The word "dip" in this context refers to a decrease or drop in energy levels.
Description
The postprandial dip is a natural response of the body to the intake of food, particularly meals high in carbohydrates and fat. After eating, the body's metabolism increases to digest the food and absorb the nutrients, which can lead to feelings of tiredness or lethargy. This is often exacerbated by the release of certain hormones, such as insulin, which can further contribute to feelings of fatigue.
Related Terms
- Postprandial somnolence: A state of strong desire for sleep or sleeping for a short period of time after eating.
- Postprandial hyperglycemia: A spike in blood sugar levels that occurs after a meal.
- Postprandial hypotension: A drop in blood pressure that occurs after eating.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Postprandial dip
- Wikipedia's article - Postprandial dip
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