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TIL A Harvard study of 23,681 Greeks found that regular 30-min siestas (≥3x/week) cut heart disease deaths by 37% over 6 years. Working men saw a 64% reduction. Occasional nappers had a 12% lower risk. Naps may reduce stress, benefiting heart health.

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