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Studies have proven that napping reduces stress hormone levels. So, take a break each day from the stresses and reduce your risks, find a quiet, comfortable spot and take a nap.
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To feel more alert and energetic, take a 15 minute mid-afternoon nap. This will help you lift your mood and improve efficiency and alertness.
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Daytime dozing gives one relief and break from the hectic work schedule and after taking a 15-minute nap, one feels fresh and this enhances a person's capacity to learn certain tasks more easily.
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Previous research has shown that people who take a daily nap have almost 40% reduced risk of heart disease.
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In a recent study conducted by NASA showed that a 30-minute power nap improved cognitive functions by over 40 percent.
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Sufficient sleep and naps help motivate exercise. This is because one doesn't feel tired and lazy due to lack of sleep.
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Rest and relaxation are a must for everyone. People tend to be more imaginative after a good night's sleep and the same holds true for a mid-afternoon power nap.
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A bad night's sleep can stress the body and the mind. A power nap compensates for the sleep lost.
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One often feels irritated and cranky due to lack of sleep. A nap can give your body the rest it is longing for, which lifts up mood.
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Just 15-30 minutes of nap in the mid-afternoon is good for heart functioning, hormonal maintenance, and cell repair and for the overall health of a person.
