What's a Coffee Nap?

Wellness Tip: According to Japanese researchers, coffee naps improve alertness quickly. Most people experience a period of drowsiness at some point during the day. A coffee nap, which combines having a cup of coffee with napping for 20 minutes or less, has proven more effective than merely implementing one of the solutions alone. Scientists recommend drinking the coffee quickly to hasten the effect and to ensure an adequate concentration of caffeine. By then resting for 20 minutes, the body gives the caffeine a chance to kick in while offering a chance to relax. Individuals who indulged in a coffee nap achieved better memory recall and reduced driving impairments.