Ah, the nap! When you were little, you experienced it as a punishment, today you only dream of it, especially at work, just after the lunch break. In any case, at Horus X we have made it a ritual.
For many, it is considered a luxury or laziness. However, it turns out that allowing yourself this moment of rest during the day is extremely beneficial for the body and mind.
What are the health benefits of napping? What are the rules to follow for a good nap? We tell you everything about the latest research!
Everything you need to know about napping
A nap is a time of rest or sleep of a few minutes that allows our body and mind to recharge to better face the rest of the day.
Sleeping habits of the French
Lack of sleep can have significant consequences on physical and mental health, hence the importance of taking a 20-minute nap during the day.
According to a 2020 survey , the average sleep time for adults is 6 hours and 41 minutes on weekdays and 7 hours and 51 minutes on weekends or holidays.
More than 8 out of 10 French people wake up at least once a night with a wake time of around 32 minutes (are you wondering if you're getting enough rest? We explain everything in our article ).
Even though napping is a natural need, only 41% of us take one at least once a week. This nap lasts an average of one hour.
Why do we feel the need to take a nap?
Have you ever wondered why you feel tired at certain times of the day? It actually comes from our body's circadian rhythms .
We are programmed to sleep at night, but there is also another time when our level of wakefulness decreases: in the early afternoon. The body most naturally sends a peak of melatonin between 2 and 4 p.m.
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