I am very happy to be here again. Let me begin by thanking the hosts of the European Banking Congress for giving me the opportunity to speak to you. It’s a pleasure to address such a distinguished audience. Do you know what “postprandial somnolence” is? In everyday language, it is also referred to as “after-meal sleepiness” or “food coma”. While researchers still don’t fully understand why people feel exhausted after lunch, there are several explanations. One is the redistribution of the blood flow. When eating, blood is redirected from the brain and muscles to the digestive system. This can make us feel drowsy and ... (full story)