afternoon lull

[scm]

BIG YAWN!!! I'm having a huge afternoon lull today. I finished my big bowl and chilli and begal about an hour ago and can now hardly stay awake. Could it be the food I ate or just maybe I didnt get enough sleep last night? Any suggestions to help stay awake for the rest of the day?
Susan C.M.

 

[PatriciaP]

"I finished my big bowl and chilli and begal about an hour ago and can now hardly stay awake. Could it be the food I ate?"

Hi Susan:

That depends -- did you have a bagel or a beagle (or maybe a bengal)? I hear beagles don't go down all that well.

Just teasing, of course. It was probably the chilli, especially if it's got ground beef in it. Red meat has a tendency to tire me out as the body tries to digest it.

As for staying awake. Take a short break and go outside for a short walk. If it's anywhere as cold where you are as it is here in Toronto (-20C), it'll perk you right up!

Patricia

 

[nancy324]

Bagels are very high on the Glycemic Index. They cause your blood sugar to spike and then leave you tired and craving more simple sugars. I would try to substitute a whole grain bread instead, if possible.