Yawning "Taking a nap for more than ○○ minutes causes weight gain"

Taking a nap in moderation can help recover from fatigue and improve concentration, but napping in the wrong way can have several negative effects. Here are some main reasons why naps can be detrimental.

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2. 1. Decreased quality of sleep at night

- Taking naps for too long or sleeping late can make it difficult to fall asleep at night and disrupt your sleep pattern. This can lead to insomnia or sleep deprivation.

 

2. Fatigue after waking up (sleep inertia)

- Taking a deep nap (more than 30 minutes) can lead to confusion and fatigue upon waking. This phenomenon is called **sleep inertia**, and it is especially pronounced when waking up after entering the REM stage.

 

3. Disruption of biological rhythms

Napping can disrupt our **circadian rhythm** (biological clock). This can disturb sleep cycles and negatively affect energy levels and concentration.

 

4. Associated with long-term health issues

Some studies suggest that excessive napping may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. This is mainly observed when napping reflects irregular lifestyle patterns or sleep deprivation.

 

5. Decrease in productivity

Taking a nap during working hours can make it difficult to regain focus immediately after waking up and may reduce work efficiency.

 

🫐Effective Nap Guide

If you must take a nap, please refer to the following:

- Time: Limit to about 10 to 20 minutes.

- Timing: Between 1 PM and 3 PM is ideal. This time period naturally coincides with the body's rhythm when drowsiness occurs.

- Location: It is recommended to take a short rest in a quiet and dark environment.

 

People who nap for more than 30 minutes have higher body mass index (BMI), higher blood pressure, and are more likely to have other conditions related to heart disease and diabetes compared to those who do not nap for that long. [Photo = Getty Images Bank]

A proper nap can be helpful, but napping habitually or in the wrong way can actually be harmful.