The Economic Times

Morning naps can reduce life expectancy? Top doctor explains the health risks, shares safest time to have a quick sleep

A doctor has raised concerns about the timing of daytime naps, pointing to research that links morning naps to a higher health risk. According to Dr Sudhir Kumar, people who nap between 9 AM and 1 PM may face a higher mortality risk compared to those who sleep later in the day. He explained that needing sleep early in the day could signal issues like poor night sleep, sleep apnea, or underlying inflammation.