would a 26 minute nap at 5 pm affect my sleep tonight?
I couldn't find specific information from Andrew Huberman about the effect of a 26-minute nap at 5 PM on sleep. However, based on general sleep principles often discussed, late afternoon naps can potentially interfere with nighttime sleep due to the time proximity to typical sleep cycles.
In general, naps can be beneficial if kept short, ideally around 20 minutes, as longer naps can lead to sleep inertia and affect the sleep drive for the night. Napping too late in the day might reduce the body's natural inclination to fall asleep at your regular bedtime. For tailored advice, it would be best to consult a healthcare provider, especially if you experience difficulties with sleep.
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