Lao Chen has always maintained the Xi of napping, and sometimes he feels a little dizzy after taking a nap for a long time. One day, while he was chatting with a friend, he told him that napping too long during the day would affect his lifespan and even risk dementia. Hearing this news, Lao Chen was very shocked, he had always thought that napping could make him live a healthier and longer life, but he did not expect that this Xi might have a negative impact on his lifespan. However, Lao Chen did not give up the Xi of napping, he began to pay attention to controlling the time of napping, no longer sleeping for so long, and insisted on doing some exercises every day to relieve physical fatigue. As time passed, Lao Chen found that his physical condition became healthier, and he began to pay more attention to his life habits and health Xi.
Do you also have a Xi of napping?According to the survey, more than 87% of people in China have the Xi of napping. However, there are also many people who report that they feel more tired and confused when they wake up after a nap. So, is it better to take a nap as long as possible?Recently, a study led by Dr. Pan Zhe of the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University in China analyzed the napping of 310,000 subjects. The results showed that people who took more than 1 hour had a 30% increased risk of death compared to those who did not nap. This result reminds us that napping longer is not always better. While napping can give us a short break and recovery from our busy daily lives, too long naps can adversely affect our health.
Similarly, a study from the University of California found a correlation between naptime and the prevalence of Alzheimer's disease. By following the napping data of 1,065 older adults, they found that those who took a nap for more than 1 hour had an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by about 40%. At the same time, illness can also lead to longer nap times, creating a "vicious cycle". The results of this study suggest that napping too long may adversely affect our health. Therefore, we should take care to control the length of naps to avoid an increased risk of health problems caused by too long.
In addition, a number of domestic studies have also shown that taking too long naps can increase the risk of fatty liver. A study published in the journal by the National University of Ireland found that people who took more than 1 hour of napping had a 1 higher risk of stroke than those who did not88 times. In addition, several studies have found that napping too long can cause harm to the body. Although napping too long may have negative health effects, it doesn't mean we should give up napping altogether. In fact, a proper nap can be beneficial for the body's recovery and health. However, we need to control the timing of naps to maximize their benefits and avoid potential risks. So, how long is the right nap?In fact, everyone's physical condition is different, so the appropriate nap time also varies from person to person. Generally speaking, a nap time of 30 minutes to 1 hour can effectively restore energy, but if your body is more tired, you can increase the nap time appropriately. It's important to find a nap time that works for you to maintain a balance of energy and health.
In order to take a good nap, the doctor reminded us to pay attention to the "3 don'ts", especially the middle-aged and elderly.
Don't overeat before bed
After lunch, a large amount of blood flows to the stomach to aid digestion. If you sleep at this time, it may cause indigestion and even gastrointestinal problems. Therefore, it is advisable not to overeat before napping.
Don't sleep on your stomach
Sleeping on your stomach can easily lead to cerebral ischemia, which may induce spinal deformation and lumbar muscle strain in the long run. At the same time, this posture can also compress the eyes and chest, affecting breathing, blood circulation and nerve conduction, resulting in discomfort.
Don't get up too hard
The body function of middle-aged and elderly people is relatively weak, and if they get up too violently, they may appear to be dark. For people with weak blood vessel elasticity, they may be shocked by blood pressure and suddenly feel dizzy. Therefore, it is advisable to get up slowly after a nap to avoid discomfort caused by sudden movements.