It’s easy to think of a daytime nap as harmless, even restorative. You feel tired, you lie down for 20 minutes, and you get on with your day. In later life, it can start to feel even more normal, almost expected. Sleep at night gets lighter, mornings come earlier, and an afternoon rest begins to sneak into the routine without much thought.
What Your Naps Might Be Saying About Your Health as You Age
