Are you sometimes a little tired and sleepy in the early afternoon? If so you are not the only one. Many people feel this way after lunch. They think that eating lunch is the cause of thei sleepiness Or, in summer, they may the heat. However, the real reason lies inside their bodies. At that time about eight hours after you wake up your body temperature goes down. This is what makes you slow down and feel sleepy. Scientists have sleep habits in situations where there was no night or day. The people in these experiments almost always followed a similar sleeping pattern. They slept for one long period and then for one short period about eight hours later
2. In many parts of the world, people take naps in the middle of the day (A nap is a short, daytime period of sleep.) This is especially the case in warmer Climates, where the heat makes work difficult in early afternoon. Researchers are now saying that naps are good for everyone in any climate First of all, a daily nap means a more rested body and mind and many health benefits In countries where naps are traditional, people tend to suffer less from stress and stress-related problems such as heart disease Another benefit of aking naps improved job performance. where public safety is involved, a nap can make an important difference, Studies have found, for example, that airplane pilots make fewer mistakes if they take regular naps.
Many working people unfortunately, have no time to take naps. Though doctors may recommend taking naps, employers do not allow it! If you do have the possibility however, here are a few tips about making the most of your nap. Remember that the best time to take a nap is about eight hours after you get up. A nap too late in the day may only make you feel more tired and sleepy afterward. This can also happen if you sleep for too long. A nap that lasts too long may also make it difficult for you to sleep at night. If time is a problem, try a short nap even ten minutes of sleep can be helpful. Some people, in fact, find that they do not need to sleep at all. They feel rested and more awake after just lying down for a while