What's with the turkey?

[Mr 5 0]

Dani:

Turkey does have the makings of a natural sedative in it, an amino acid called tryptophan.
However, tryptophan probably doesn't really cause the 'Thankgiving sleepyness' we all experienced.
It's actually the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal that can produce that after-dinner lethargy.
The meal is usually quite heavy and high in carbohydrates (mashed potatoes, bread, stuffing and pie) and your body is working hard to digest that food. Also, should you drink any alcohol with that dinner, you'll probably be likely to feel it's sedative effect, too.

In any case, don't worry about it, just plan to crash on the couch or in the chair after the meal (that's my plan).

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, everyone!