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Scientists Discover Surprising Negative Health Effects of Taking a Nap

Researchers presented a study last month at SLEEP 2025 in Seattle linking daytime napping patterns to increased mortality risk in older adults.
The study followed 86,565 UK participants averaging 63 years old over eight years to explore connections between naps and death risk.
Findings showed that longer naps, especially over 60 minutes or taken around noon, correlated with higher mortality, while shorter naps under 30 minutes may offer benefits.
Ashley Curtis noted that physical activity meeting 150 minutes moderate or 75 minutes vigorous weekly can weaken the link between napping and death risk, highlighting lifestyle influence.
Researchers concluded that assessing nap habits could help identify health conditions early and improve longevity strategies despite unclear causal mechanisms.

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