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is sugar bad?

why does my 3yr old fall asleep after eating sugary foods?
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535822 tn?1443976780
Maybe do a cutback on those sugary foods, try more fruits which in fact have sugar in them but are not so concentrated and natural ..It may also be coincidence ,is this during the day ,is she at day care ?
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Well she eats good she plays and sleeps at night very well. But when she eats candy chocolates puddings cookies or even cereal with sugar she falls asleep instantly
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535822 tn?1443976780
What kind of sugary foods  do you mean a desert or a snack ,, it very often hypes them up ..Maybe she is just tired , what does her daily routine consist of  does she have a good appetite ,and sleep well at night .?
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