Showing posts with label benefits of napping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label benefits of napping. Show all posts

Sunday, January 17, 2010

Power Naps! Good For You!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

According to Dr. Sara Mednick, a lead researcher at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, power napping for 15 to 30 minutes has many benefits such as improved heart function, hormonal maintenance and cell repair.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Napping Isn't Lazy--It's Good for You!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Researchers have shown that a mid-afternoon nap is beneficial for the human body. Studies indicate that napping may enhance your memory, re-energize you and lower your risk of dying from heart disease by more than one third.