Not only are afternoon naps one of the best ways to fight fatigue recharge your batteries according to sleep experts, scientists have also discovered that a nap can help lower your blood pressure.
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In the News: Afternoon naps can help lower your blood pressure
Tuesday, January 1st, 2008Eat to sleep better
Tuesday, January 1st, 2008Big dinners will make you feel sleepy but they also prolong digestion, which interferes with a good night’s sleep. It’s best to eat your biggest meal before mid afternoon and have a light evening meal two hours before you go to bed.
In the News: Lack of sleep linked to an increased risk of heart disease
Saturday, December 1st, 2007Almost one in three people gets less than five hours’ sleep a night, while half the population gets less than seven hours but people who deprive themselves of sleep may be more likely to die of heart disease, researchers have found.