A high-sugar breakfast may trigger a “rest and digest” state that dampens cognitive focus New research suggests that a high-fat, high-sugar breakfast reduces cognitive planning abilities and increases sleepiness in young women. The study indicates that sugary meals trigger a parasympathetic response rather than preparing the body for work.

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