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Were We Made to Be Lazy?
Ever feel more inclined to veg out on the sofa than hit the gym? If so, you’re not alone. What’s more, "laziness" might be a perfectly normal part of being human — it may be in our biology. Our ancestors likely had to spend a good part of their days foraging and hunting for food, so they became programmed to rest whenever they could to save energy. That programming appears to persist in modern humans....
April 25, 2022
The Benefits of an Afternoon Nap
We may not bat an eye over the idea of children getting daily naps, but most adults probably aren’t taking them even if they feel tired in the afternoon. According to a -Pew Research- poll, only 34% of US adults nap regularly. The majority of these people are over 80, but small portions of all age groups take at least some daytime rest. The health effects of getting some extra shuteye during the day...
June 23, 2021