After indulging in a carb-heavy Thanksgiving meal, experts explain that the food coma we experience is caused by the combination of sedatives like alcohol, tryptophan-rich foods, and a large meal diverting blood from the brain to aid in digestion. Contrary to popular belief, turkey alone isn’t responsible for our drowsiness, as it contains minimal levels of tryptophan compared to other common foods. The real culprit behind the post-feast sleepiness is the high glycemic index of carbs in dishes like mashed potatoes and pie, leading to spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels.
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Recognising Palestine is not rewarding Hamas – and it shouldn’t come with strings
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized UK leader Keir Starmer's conditional plan to recognize Palestinian statehood, framing it as appeasement of Hamas. The article argues that recognition could empower moderate Palestinian leadership and promote peace, contrasting it with the UK's hesitance and emphasizing that Palestinian rights should not be conditional but a fundamental entitlement under international law. Want More Context? 🔎
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