The Truth About Napping and a Bad Night's Sleep, According to a Sleep Expert

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If napping was an Olympic sport, I'm pretty confident that I would have as many gold medals as Michael Phelps. In fact, I consider it a special talent the way I can drift off to sleep at any time of day, only to wake up and get back to being a productive adult human. In short, I love naps; they are dear to my heart.

Ironically, though, I've always tried my best to avoid them because I thought they were detrimental to my nightly rest, energy levels, and more. I've heard it a thousand times, "Don't take a nap during the day because it will keep you awake at night or make you more tired during the day." According to Forbes, these are pure and utter myths. In fact, napping can actually benefit your mental and physical health. So, fellow nappers, keep scrolling to learn more about the science behind sleep.

Head over to Forbes to read the full article. Then, read about what you should do each morning to get a better night's sleep

Disclaimer

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used in the place of advice of your physician or other medical professionals. You should always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider first with any health-related questions.

Kaitlyn McLintock
Associate Beauty Editor

Kaitlyn McLintock is an Associate Beauty Editor at Who What Wear. Although she covers a wide range of topics across a variety of categories, she specializes in celebrity interviews and skincare and wellness content. Having lived in Los Angeles and Austin, Texas, she recently relocated back to her home state of Michigan where she works remotely. Prior to Who What Wear, she freelanced for a variety of industry-leading digital publications, including InStyle, The Zoe Report, Bustle, Hello Giggles, and Coveteur. Before that, she held a long-term internship and subsequent contributor position at Byrdie. When she's not writing, researching, or testing the latest and greatest beauty products, she's working her way through an ever-growing book collection, swimming in the Great Lakes, or spending time with family.