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Tips for Great Naps
Napping can be a great way to catch up on sleep, increase productivity and become more creative. Napping puts the body in a relaxed state, which counteracts the effects of daily stress. Studies have shown that napping can actually decrease risk your of dying from heart disease.
Nap Time: Prime nap time is from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., when your energy level dips due to a rise in the hormone melatonin at that time of day.
The Caffeine Nap: Some people claim that drinking coffee and then taking an immediate nap works well. The caffeine kicks in somewhere between 10 and 20 minutes, waking them up. They feel extra energy from both the nap and the coffee. Researchers in Japan found that subjects using a caffeine nap rated highest in decreased sleepiness and increased productivity when compared to subjects taking a nap and washing their face, or taking a nap and being exposed to bright lights.
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6 responses
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Donald Garrett gave props (24 Nov 2011):
Not only great information, but an excellent shot! I am a great advocate of naps! It rests the body and clears the mind.
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P. Michael Bodigor gave props (24 Nov 2011):
I know I love my naps. Great photo.
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Ævar B. Jak. gave props (25 Nov 2011):
No napping here :) but I love the story and the photo!! :)
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Syble Brabham said (25 Nov 2011):
I have to have my nap...
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Judy and Wayne Wanamaker gave props (26 Nov 2011):
Great info, Saroj, to go with this wonderful candid capture. I have always thought it would be good to take a couple of hours during the afternoon to nap and revitalize. They do this in some cultures.
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Shirley Valencia said (27 Nov 2011):
lol................ She looks like she is having a great nap..... That bench looks hard to me. She is evidently tired.... great capture......
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