You finish a meal — maybe even a “healthy” one — and instead of feeling fueled and ready, you feel… wiped.
Heavy. Foggy. Like you need a nap or a gallon of coffee to power through the rest of the day.

Friend, if you’ve been blaming your energy crashes on a lack of willpower or just “getting older,” I want you to pause right here and hear this:
It’s not you. It’s your gut.

And you’re not broken — you’re just tired in a way most people never talk about.

🧠 Let’s Talk About What’s Actually Happening After You Eat

That post-meal slump? It’s not random. It’s your body trying to cope with more than just digestion.

Here’s what could be going on under the surface:

1. Blood Sugar Spikes & Crashes

Even “healthy” foods can cause a rollercoaster in your blood sugar, especially when your gut is inflamed.
Spikes make you feel temporarily energized — and then the crash leaves you drained, moody, and craving something sweet… again.

2. Inflammation Takes Energy to Fight

If your gut lining is in...