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| Why power naps might be good for our health |
| 2026-02-04 |
| [BBC] Many of us refuse to power nap, thinking that it might affect a good night's sleep later. But it may in fact be good for us. In many cultures, having an afternoon nap is a daily ritual. The Spanish are known to enjoy a daily siesta and some Japanese workers indulge in a lunchtime sleep, known as hirune, or "afternoon nap". Tech giants such as Google, Samsung and Facebook all have nap pods in their offices, allowing workers to catch some shuteye during the working day. Power napping is a rising trend worldwide. But does a quick catnap during the day actually work? Does it leave you feeling refreshed and energised, or do you end up feeling more tired than you did to begin with? How long should a nap last? And what's the best time of day to have one? BBC Future looks at the latest science to explore whether daily naps are good for our health. |
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