Many people have the habit of taking afternoon naps. While a short nap can help restore energy and improve work efficiency, napping for too long can make one feel groggy and more fatigued. Recent research has found that excessive napping can cause long-term harm, such as increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and death.
According to 2022 survey data from the National Sleep Foundation, 30.5 percent of adults in the United States take afternoon naps more than once per week. Additionally, 42.7 percent of full-time workers regularly nap during their workday breaks.
