How can I get the most out of daytime napping? Studies have repeatedly shown that human sleep quality is deteriorating year after year, for a number of reasons, including workaholic lifestyles and rising global temperatures. Daytime napping shouldn't be seen as a replacement for insufficient nighttime sleep, but there are a number of health benefits nevertheless. It’s actually pretty natural for our bodies too, and has long been ingrained in a number of cultures. When’s the best time to have a nap then? How can I get off to sleep quickly? What evidence is there of the benefits of napping? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series? How can the unisex condom improve my sex life? What is citizen science, the concept opening up research to the general public? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices