10 foods that zap your energy

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Yogurt

Although it can be a perfectly healthy snack with fresh fruits and maybe a dash of cinnamon or honey, yogurt contains the sleep-inducing amino acid tryptophan. Consequently, it can cause your muscles to relax and lower your energy levels after eating. You might also be tired because of an age-related intolerance to dairy products. Some people develop this as they get older.