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Study: Naps Help the Brain With Healthy Aging

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JUN 2023
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story last updated JUN 2023

The Spin

Narrative A

Researchers now say that a daily nap is good for you, can prevent your brain from shrinking, and improve cognition. Catching a little Zzz's for about 30 minutes after lunch can have meaningful neurological benefits. 30 (but not more than 90) minute naps daily are a major asset to long-term health.

Guardian

Narrative B

Scientific consensus about the correlation between Alzheimer's and daytime naps is still mixed. While this most recent study says that daytime naps can slow brain shrinkage associated with aging and neurodegenerative diseases, previous studies claim that excessive daytime napping is a sign of cognitive decline. More research needs to be done on this topic before any sort of definite conclusions can be made.

Guardian

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