The grains in oatmeal cause your body’s insulin levels to rise, which in turn increase your body’s blood sugar. In addition, the oats contain melatonin, creating the perfect recipe for a snooze. Though many of our culinary delicacies contain red meat, its difficult-to-digest properties can make you feel tired.
This of course begs the inquiry “Why do oats make me sleepy?”
My chosen answer is “Grains in oatmeal trigger insulin production much like whole-grain bread,” says Cynthia Pasquella, CCN, CHLC, CWC. “They raise your blood sugar naturally and make you feel sleepy. Oats are also rich in melatonin, which relaxes the body and helps you fall asleep.”.
Another frequent question is “Why can’t I eat oats without getting tired?”.
One is that you may be having an insulin response (well you should have an insulin response but it may be that yours is a little over enthusiastic) however since most people can eat oats without getting tired, I would suggest you check that out with your doctor. There is a simple test which can determine if your body handles insulin efficiently.
Does oatmeal make you tired?
The type of oatmeal you choose can affect whether or not you feel tired throughout the day. Eating a large portion of oatmeal or oatmeal with added sugar in the morning can make you sleepy.
How do you feel after you eat oatmeal?
If I eat oatmeal I might as well have a big old piece of chocolate cake, because it makes me feel the same after…. Foggy, drained and lethargic. I do not add any sugars to my oatmeal. So, it’s not from added sugar… it’s just the oatmeal. I can’t it it at all. Ed deckeron 6 August, 2019 at 9:17 am.
OTHERS are only ok if their oatmeal includes protein and fats like milk, eggs or nut butter. Still OTHERS are best served not eating oatmeal at all. I am so tired of the dogma around diets, and this comes from all sides whether proponents of high carb, low carb or balanced diets etc.
Does oatmeal make you bloated?
Oatmeal and Bloating. Portion control is another area of concern. One cup of cooked oats is considered to have a medium glycemic load. However, eating more could raise the impact on your blood sugar and make you bloated because of the high fiber content.
This begs the question “Why does oatmeal make me feel bloated?”
The most usefull answer is: if you enjoy oatmeal for breakfast but can’t understand why you crash afterwards, or why it makes you feel bloated, brain fogged or irritable, you’re not crazy. The simple answer is your physiology may not thrive on a high carb, grain-based breakfast. There’s nothing wrong with you!