The post-Thanksgiving nap is as central to a successful Thanksgiving as turkey and apple pie. Sleepiness promptly sets in as everyone is taking his or her last bites of dessert. Every year, it’s the same rush of warm drowsiness that slows conversation and signals the end of the meal. It’s not a coincidence that this happens each year; there is actually a scientific explanation! Turkey contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which helps your body produce serotonin. Serotonin is a “calming agent” that induces drowsiness. In addition, the average Thanksgiving meal contains 3,000 calories! So it's no wonder that our bodies' response is to shut down. I hope you all had wonderful meals this Thanksgiving followed by a much deserved rest.
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