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10 Foods Secretly Making You Tired

by Atika Lim  /   May 11, 2016

We know the saying, “you are what you eat” but did you know, certain foods can zap you of your energy and make you even more tired?  Certain foods have a higher glycemic index number than others and some have chemical compounds that can cause your body to increase its production of serotonin, a chemical that helps you sleep at night.

See 10 foods you should be avoiding if you’re trying to stay awake in the afternoons while at work:

Text: Atika Lim

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10 Foods Secretly Making You Tired
1. Spinach
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Spinach contains chlorophyll and magnesium that calms the body and de-stresses it so you feel sleepier, faster.

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2. Sesame Seeds
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Rich in sleep-inducing amino acid, tryptophan, sesame seeds relax your body and mind. Sesame seeds are also high in carbohydrates so you feel more tired easily.

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3. Cottage Cheese
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Just like sesame seeds, cottage cheese contains tryptophan. So, no matter how delicious it is, limit it to a few pieces.

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4. Brown Rice
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Brown rice soothes the nervous system and keeps you feeling full so you’re going to feel more tired.

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5. Pumpkin Seeds
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A great source of magnesium, pumpkin seeds can calm your body down and relieve stress so you’re more relaxed and ready for bed.

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6. Cherries
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Cherries have naturally occurring melatonins to help regulate sleep and aid in lessening the onset of insomnia.

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7. Red Meat
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Foods with high fat content tends to leave you feeling tired and drowsy. As your body takes more energy to break down these fats, more energy is sapped out of you.

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8. Coffee
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We all know coffee is high in caffeine but the effects only last a few hours before you reach a slump and feel tired again.

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9. Sugar
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Sugar and sugary foods tend to put you on a sugar high and leave you feeling energetic. However, when the sugar wears out, your body crashes too.

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10. Bananas
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They’re rich in potassium but bananas can also be high in magnesium. So, if you’re going to eat some for energy during the day, keep it to one.

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