According to a growing body of research, napping is a smart thing to do. It can help refresh the mind, make you more creative, boost your intelligence, and even help you live a longer, healthier life. It’s slowly gaining acceptance as part of a healthy lifestyle, even in some corporate offices. Read on as we share the science behind the need to nap, and a scientist-approved method for taking the ideal snooze.
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Why We Need Naps
- Not getting enough sleep
- Poor nutrition
- Our bodies are programmed that way
- It’s an evolutionary necessity
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Studies on Napping
- The benefits of napping apply even to the very young
- Sleeping on the job is a good thing
- An afternoon nap markedly boosts the brain’s learning capacity
- Naps are more effective than caffeine
- Napping can boost your memory
- Even a short nap can have a marked effect on your health
- Naps make you more creative
- Want to boost performance? Take a nap
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How to Take the Perfect Nap
- Watch the time
- Find a quiet and dark place
- Lie down
- Get in the napping zone
- Coordinate your caffeine
- Plan to nap
- Set an alarm
- Cut out the guilt