A regular 20-minute nap during the day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by about a third, thereby extending life expectancy. This was announced by National Geographic researcher Dan Buettner, who studies the lifestyle of centenarians, in a video posted on TikTok, which was spotted by the Daily Mirror.
Butner cited medical research data showing that short naps of about 20 minutes several times a week are associated with significantly reduced stress on the heart and blood vessels. Doctors attribute this effect to the reduction of stress levels and the restoration of the central nervous system (CNS).
According to the scientist, the habit of sleeping after dinner is widespread in Greece, one of the countries where the percentage of people living over 100 years old is high. The researcher noted that such simple and pleasant habits are often the basis of longevity.
"The best means of prolonging life are those which simultaneously improve its quality and bring pleasure." "Mid-day sleep is one of them," he emphasized.
