Are Coffee Naps Legit?

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Are Coffee Naps Legit?

FromThe Bulletproof Musician

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Jun 23, 2019

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Have you ever heard of a coffee nap? It's exactly what it sounds like - but is there any research supporting such a thing? Actually, yes! A few studies have looked at whether a coffee nap is better than either one alone. Are Coffee Naps Legit?

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Jun 23, 2019

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Are Coffee Naps Legit?

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