Does anyone feel really tired after eating?

[angryspice 31]

I am still figuring out what kinds of foods I can eat and in what proportions, but sometimes when I eat certain foods I get very tired afterwards. Like I have to lay down and sometimes I fall asleep for hours. Half Protein, half veggie meals seem to work the best. But all protein or all carb meals seem to be the worst. Other foods I have tried randomly caused this too. I am not really eating off my plan, which is fairly balanced but calls for protein-based meals. I am not sure if it is because I am eating too much or too fast or if I just need to avoid certain foods for now. Has anyone else experienced this?

Edited July 14, 2020 by angryspice

[ms.sss 14,619]

I generally get lethargic (or worse, i.e., dumping) when I have processed carbs.

Try taking note if what foods trigger it and stay away for a while. You can re-introduce at a later time. Rinse & repeat...

[futurefinemama 163]

I had my surgery on the 23rd and I get it. I get sleepy with every meal with the exception of a Protein Shake. I follow my guidelines of proportions and food. But every time I eat, I feel like I have been to a buffet. The slower I eat, the less sleepy I feel but I am still tired after eating.

[Paula.Hamilton 9]

Surgery was 6/8. I too get sleepy after eating... I thought it was just me

[hopefulsteps 2]

Yes, same issue! 3,5 weeks post-op, mix of soft Protein foods and veg, every 3-4 days I hit this problem and fall on the sofa right after the meal. I wonder if slowing down even more while eating could help.

[mattk53 124]

Yes, I do too. I make sure I take my walk before I eat because I won't do it if I wait until after my meal.

[angryspice 31]

glad and also sorry to hear other people are having this issue. I'm having such a hard time getting energy levels back up post-op. I hate relying on Protein Shakes, but they do seem to be the only thing that doesn't make me sleepy. also, many liquid/soft foods (i.e. most cheeses, pudding, Jello, popsicles) seem to be fine. I will try to slow down when eating to see if that helps. does anyone know how long this tiredness after meals lasts after surgery?

Edited July 14, 2020 by angryspice

[mattk53 124]

18 minutes ago, angryspice said:

does anyone know how long this tiredness after meals lasts after surgery?

Usually about 2 hours

[ms.sss 14,619]

...another thing to consider: incorporate B12 into your Vitamin regime...

[Paula.Hamilton 9]

54 minutes ago, ms.sss said:

...another thing to consider: incorporate B12 into your Vitamin regime...

I take 5000 MG every morning!

[angryspice 31]

1 hour ago, mattk53 said:

Usually about 2 hours

lol. I meant long-term. like does it eventually go away as you get farther out from surgery? but yes, I also find that it lasts 2 hours, but sometimes longer.

[mstaurus520 2]

This happens to me every time i eat. Thats why i always skip Breakfast and sometimes lunch. Havent even had the surgery yet so we'll see how it goes after when im eating better

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[kj5280 25]

Yes! This happens to me often - like Thanksgiving dinner Tryptophan tired!  Smaller meals help. Sometimes I eat half of my tiny portion, then eat the other half an hour or so later. I also am getting away from dense foods like beef. This seems to help too.

[mattk53 124]

2 hours ago, angryspice said:

lol. I meant long-term. like does it eventually go away as you get farther out from surgery? but yes, I also find that it lasts 2 hours, but sometimes longer.

Sorry for the confusion. I'm six weeks out and it's still happening to me.

[angryspice 31]

5 hours ago, ms.sss said:

...another thing to consider: incorporate B12 into your Vitamin regime...

I’m taking all my meds and Vitamins which includes a high dose (1000mcg) of B12.

Edited July 14, 2020 by angryspice