Thursday, September 15, 2011

The info of the day: Naps

Did you know that most of the mammals – that the humans are part of – are genetically scheduled to take naps?  

Yes, this tiredness that you generally feel between noon and 3pm is a result of our hormonal comportment. And taking a nap is the best way to overcome the feeling of being drained at the beginning of the afternoon!

Scientists recommend this practice, as it would be the origin of a diminution of a third of the mortality due to cardio-vascular diseases.

Besides, naps are good for your brain: they boost your memory and your creativity.
20 minutes only are enough!

Finally, we can distinguish 3 types of naps:
- the micro-nap: elle dure généralement moins de 5 minutes, et permet de ne pas trop ressentir la fatigue durant le reste de la journée.
- the power nap: she lasts between 10 et 30 minutes. It’s by far the most efficient, because it allows a sufficient rest while permitting an easy and fast awakening.
- the royal nap: it lasts more than an hour, but the awakening is difficult!

So don’t hesitate! Take naps! 
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