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Postprandial

usgb/ˌpəʊstˈprændiəl/Volume
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Used mainly in medical or nutritional contexts to describe events related to digestion. SlideHer postprandial blood sugar levels are monitored regularly.
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Rare in casual speech; sounds formal. Use 'after dinner' for informal settings. SlideIn casual conversation, you could say 'Let's walk after eating' instead.
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Not Always ImmediatePlay
'Postprandial' indicates after eating but does not specify how soon after. SlideThe postprandial discomfort may start an hour after the meal.