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Front Page: New Survey Shows US Is a Nation of Nappers
- A new survey says that one in three adults say they nap on a typical day. — NY Times
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, old white men are the first to get laid off. — USA Today
- A baby taken from her murdered mother's womb has been found alive.
Another Reason to Get More Sleep: Performance
Your lack of sleep could be affecting your performance at the gym...
The amount of sleep a person gets affects his or her physical health, emotional well-being, mental abilities, productivity and now performance too. Studies have associated lack of sleep with serious health problems such as an increased risk of depression, obesity, cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
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Napping 101
Most people I know, with my 3-year-old being the unfortunate exception, like to take naps. Napping is good for the health of your heart and reducing your stress level. You can maximize the benefits of your nap using these tips from the good old docs at the Harvard School of Health.
Mommy Dearest: When It's Time to Put a Cap on the Nap
Mommy Dearest,
When is it time to give up or cut down on a nap? My three-year-old son has always been a great snoozer and stills takes a two-to-three hour nap every day. My issue is that every evening he fights us so hard when it is time to go to bed that he ends up staying up well-past a reasonable bedtime.
Do You Take Naps Regularly?
I just read that about one-third of American adults take naps regularly. I am jealous. Napping regularly sounds quite luxurious to me — it is rare that I get to take a snooze in the middle of the day.
Need an Afternoon Pick-Me-Up? Take a Nap
Next time your colleagues invite you on an afternoon coffee break, tell 'em you'll just take a nap instead. According to a new study by the Sleep Research Center at Loughborough University in England, a short nap may be the best way to fend off afternoon drowsiness.
The study involved 20 young adults, all of whom felt well-rested and got about seven and a half hours of sleep a night.
Love Your Heart - Take a Nap
I love to nap and now I have an excuse - it is good for the heart!!!! Kind of funny to use so many exclamation points about the quiet act of napping.
A recent study in Greece concluded that those who participated in "napping at least three times a week for a minimum of 30 minutes had a 37 percent lower risk of dying from heart disease compared to non-nappers."
Where Do You Nap?
While I'm often tempted to nap on my sofa, I find my bed to be infinitely more comfortable and relaxing. Where do you take a midday snooze?Source
Where Do You Nap?
The sofa.
Napping Improves Your Memory
Raise your hand if you're gearing up for a Thanksgiving food coma on the couch! While lying down after a huge meal doesn't help the digestion process, napping is good for your brain.
A recent study shows snoozing for a short time may help to boost your memory, and help you learn new tasks and ideas.
Do You Nap While Your Kids Are Awake?
Sleep deprivation comes with motherhood, but sometimes even the most energetic mama can't keep her eyes open. Unfortunately, her tots may not be tired so mom may resort to turning on a movie so her kiddos are occupied while she grabs a quick nap on the couch. Do you do this when you are tuckered or do you think it's unsafe?
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