Debunking the Myth That Eating a Lot of Thanksgiving Turkey Makes People Sleepy

Wired debunks the myth that eating a lot of turkey on Thanksgiving makes people sleepy by explaining that although turkey does contain tryptophan, there are a number of other factors at play.

You finish that thanksgiving feast and immediately all you want to do is sleep. Many people blame the turkey for their sudden comatose state, but that may not be 100% true.

Thanksgiving Dinner

Glen Tickle
Glen Tickle

Amelia's dad. Steph's husband. Writer, comedian, gentleman. Good at juggling, bad at chess.