Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

postprandial

Adjective

/ˌpōstˈpran(d)ēəl/

Definition

Relating to the period after a meal.

Examples

Many people experience postprandial fatigue, feeling sleepy after lunch.
Doctors often check blood sugar levels in postprandial tests to assess how well the body processes glucose after eating.

Meaning

The term postprandial is used to describe what happens after eating a meal, particularly concerning physiological processes, habits, or activities that occur after consumption of food.