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An amino acid called tryptophan, which occurs in many protein-rich foods, helps the body produce serotonin. Carbohydrates help the body absorb tryptophan. For these reasons, eating a meal rich in both protein and carbohydrates may make a person feel sleepy.
Feeling slightly cold after eating indicates that your body is directing its energy at metabolising and digesting the food you just ate.