Power naps are a surprising way to improve your health and productivity. Especially if you can get over the guilt of taking one.
In fact, according to WebMD power naps are more effective than caffeine in boosting your memory, cognitive skills, creativity, and energy.
According to Dr. Sara C. Mednick, a sleep expert and author of Take a Nap! Change Your Life,
“You can get incredible benefits from 15 to 20 minutes of napping. You reset the system and get a burst of alertness and increased motor performance. That’s what most people really need to stave off sleepiness and get an energy boost.”