The 2 PM cutoff and other golden rules for an ultimate afternoon power nap
A health educator shares three simple "rules" for napping: keep them short (20-30 minutes), take them before 2 pm, and avoid them if they disrupt nighttime sleep. These rules are supported by Dr. Chirag Tandon, who advises that naps should align with the body's natural sleep-wake cycle and not interfere with quality nighttime sleep.