Are Naps Actually Good For Us? : Sleeping With Science

Afternoon naps are refreshing - but could they be messing up the sleep cycles? Sleep scientist Matt Walker reveals the pros and cons of napping, plus tips on how to get the most out of your next short snooze.

Sleep - we spend one-third of the lives doing it, but what exactly do we get out of it? And how can we do it better? In this TED series, sleep scientist Matt Walker uncovers the facts and secrets behind the nightly slumber. (Made possible with the support of Oura) Check out more episodes on TED.com: go.ted.com/sleepingwithscience

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