How long after lunch can I sleep

It is a very good habit to take a break after lunch, especially in summer when the days are longer and there is plenty of time for us to rest at noon. However, we cannot rest immediately after lunch. The same applies to dinner. It is not good for our health. It is more appropriate to take a break for a while. So, how long after lunch can you go to bed? Let’s take a look below.

How long after lunch can you go to sleep?

At least half an hour apart.

Studies have shown that the "main peak" of human natural sleep is around 2 a.m., and the "secondary peak" is between 1 and 2 p.m., which shows that naps are in line with sleep patterns. However, sleeping immediately after lunch can cause great harm to the stomach and intestines. It is generally recommended to take a nap half an hour after lunch, so that it is better to wait until the stomach and intestines have passed the peak digestion period before sleeping.

Recommendation: Eat lunch at 12:00 and take a half-hour nap between 13:00-14:00.

How long should I sleep after lunch?

20-30 minutes.

A nap is a brief recharge for the afternoon, and the time should not be too long. If you sleep too long, your brain is prone to hypoxia, and you will feel a headache after getting up. Moreover, sleeping too long during the day will affect the quality of sleep at night, and if it causes insomnia, the gain will outweigh the loss.

What should you pay attention to when sleeping after lunch?

1. Keep warm and prevent colds

Office workers usually take naps in the office, while students may take naps in the classroom. In this case, it is important to have a warm blanket to avoid catching a cold after falling asleep.

2. Do not do strenuous exercise immediately after getting up.

When you just wake up, your blood circulation has not yet returned to normal levels, resulting in insufficient blood supply to the heart and brain, which can easily cause dizziness, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.

3. People with insomnia should not take naps to avoid disturbing their sleep at night.