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Is napping good for our brain health?

A new study in the UK has found evidence that regular napping can reduce the amount of brain shrinkage taking place as we age. The authors of the study now hope that these findings will held to remove any stigma that still exists around people taking a little nap during the day. Sean was joined by Motty Varghese, sleep physiologist in the Sleep Therapy Clinic in Dublin...

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14.00 22 Jun 2023


Is napping good for our brain health?


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14.00 22 Jun 2023


A new study in the UK has found evidence that regular napping can reduce the amount of brain shrinkage taking place as we age. The authors of the study now hope that these findings will held to remove any stigma that still exists around people taking a little nap during the day.

Sean was joined by Motty Varghese, sleep physiologist in the Sleep Therapy Clinic in Dublin...


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