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“You’ll feel better if you just take a nap.” If you’re a parent, you’ve probably said this to your child more times than you can count. But what if we told you that you¸ yourself, might feel better if you just take a nap? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of a midday snooze, and how to do it right.
The upside of naps
A quick power nap offers several benefits, like:
The downside of naps
Some of us are better nappers than others, and napping does sometimes have its drawbacks. You could experience:
Is napping right for me?
You might be a good candidate for a daily nap if you:
Napping the right way
If you want to maximize your nap benefits, and reduce your risk of negative results, follow these napping guidelines: