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Naps Are Good For Your Health, According To Science

I'd much rather a siesta than a fiesta - by Alex Pierotti
  • 11 Mar 2019
Naps Are Good For Your Health, According To Science
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Time to hit the sack. At least that's what an incredible new study wants us to do. 

According to research out of Greece, a daytime siesta is great for your health. Another reason to cancel your day plans?

After collecting data from 212 people, scientists found that regular one hour naps could lower blood pressure - a major risk factor for heart diseases.

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During the investigation, participants wore blood pressure monitors to track hypertension. At the end of the experiment, those who slept for one hour a day saw their blood pressure drop on average by 3mm Hg compared to those who skipped the snooze. 

"Midday sleep appears to lower blood pressure levels at the same magnitude as other lifestyle changes. For example, salt and alcohol reduction can bring blood pressure levels down by 3 to 5 mm Hg," said the study’s co-author, Dr Manolis Kallistratos.

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"Based on our findings, if someone has the luxury to take a nap during the day, it may also have benefits for high blood pressure."

I've already sent this study to my boss...

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Alex Pierotti is the Digital Content Editor for Men's Health Australia, with experience reporting on health, fitness and sport. With a Journalism degree from UNSW under his belt, he got his start working in TV, working on the live broadcast of the Intrust Super Shute Shield on 7TWO before making the switch to print and digital at Pacific Magazines.

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