Time
for a nap.
A nap is a short period
of sleep, usually in the day time. Naps are frequently
taken when one becomes drowsy during the day or otherwise
wants to feel awake at a later period of time that day.
They are also often frequently taken by small children.
There are many benefits to napping. Napping can help refresh
your mind from a tiring day. According to William Anthony
who is the author of the Art of Napping at Work (Larson
Publication,1999),a 20-minute nap can improve your overall
alertness, boost your mood, and increase productivity.
He also says that a post-nap can last for several hours.
In addition, your heart may reap benefits from napping.
In a six-year study of Greek adults, researchers found
that that men who took naps at least three times a week
had a 37 percent lower risk of heart-related death... |
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