You will feel sleepy post breakfast if you consume these food items, lets try and understand the science behind it
One of the top picks for breakfast, pancakes with powdered sugar along side maple syrup might seem tempting but you may snooze on your desk later
Chicken or turkey are foods that are high in the amino acid tryptophan, which tends to increase serotonin levels making you drowsy
Carbohydrates increase insulin production that result in tryptophan activity in the brain.
Figs pack potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron.These minerals help with blood flow and muscle contraction, which are key for falling asleep
Calcium processes the hormones that help you sleep, tryptophan and melatonin. Calcium, of course, can be found in anything dairy related
Avoid having leftovers Lean proteins from the night before