Nap
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Think your afternoon nap is harmless? It could be your body's way of asking for help
Health | Aug 04, 2026, 08:56 AM ISTA short afternoon nap can improve focus and productivity, but frequent or prolonged naps may indicate an underlying health issue. A sleep expert explains when daytime sleepiness is normal and when it's time to consult a doctor.
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Feeling sleepy during the day? Your afternoon nap could be trying to tell you something
Health | Jul 12, 2026, 11:56 AM ISTA short afternoon nap can boost focus and productivity, but frequent or long daytime naps may signal an underlying health condition. A sleep medicine expert explains when napping is healthy, the warning signs to watch for and when it's time to seek medical advice.
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World Sleep Day 2026: Can your afternoon nap ruin your nighttime sleep?
Lifestyle | Mar 15, 2026, 10:26 AM ISTAfternoon naps can help restore energy, but doctors say they may sometimes leave people feeling more tired instead of refreshed. Experts explain that long naps can trigger sleep inertia — a groggy feeling that occurs when waking from deep sleep.
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How a short nap can improve memory and performance, says Harvard study
Health | Aug 05, 2025, 08:47 PM ISTFeeling foggy after learning something new? A Harvard study explains how a nap boosts your memory and brain performance in just a short break.
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Meet 40-year-old Japanese entrepreneur who claims 30 minutes of sleep a day has doubled his lifespan
offbeat | Sep 05, 2024, 11:33 PM ISTDaisuke Hori, a Japanese entrepreneur, claims he has maintained high productivity by sleeping only 30-45 minutes daily for 12 years. He attributes his success to the quality of sleep rather than its length, arguing that strategic habits, like exercise and diet, help sustain focus.
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From Comfortable Environment to Relaxation Techniques: 5 steps to achieve that perfect nap
Lifestyle | Feb 22, 2024, 01:00 PM ISTLearn the secrets to the perfect nap with five essential steps. From optimal timing to relaxation techniques, master the art of napping for enhanced well-being and productivity.
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90-30 nap formula can put off drowsiness and fatigue in night shift workers: Study
Health | Sep 16, 2023, 05:16 PM ISTThe study has analysed the data of pilot studies on night-shift naps conducted from 2012 to 2018.
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How Long Afternoon Naps Can Cause Heart Diseases: Things To Keep in Mind
Health | May 02, 2023, 03:32 PM ISTAfternoon naps never fail to rejuvenate our energy levels, and are highly satisfying. But you have to wake up before they get too long, and pose a threat to your heart. Have a look at how long afternoon naps can cause various heart diseases.
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Most Indians feel napping may improve work productivity
Health | Aug 19, 2019, 05:26 PM ISTA new survey found that most Indians felt napping at work might improve productivity, adding that a nap room could contribute towards better workflow.
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Want to increase your productivity in office? Go, take a short nap
Lifestyle | Apr 06, 2017, 12:55 PM ISTDoes your boss nag you for work? Here’s a solution to live up to their expectations. Take a power nap after lunch in the afternoon! No, we’re not being gimmicky.
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Napping boosts infants' memory
Lifestyle | Jan 14, 2015, 07:08 PM ISTLondon: While babies devote the majority of their time to sleeping, researchers have now found that napping helps them develop memory and retain new behaviours they have learnt."These findings are particularly interesting to both parents