Does afternon nap of half an hour causes weight gain in case of adults? ?

Question

I hav arthritis which causes back pain.So I need lil rest at noon.But I am gaining weight .So I wonder if it is because of my noon nap.If so is there any way so I can take rest but will not affect my weight ?? Please help.

Answer 1

The only thing that would cause you to gain wait is that you are taking in more calories than you are burning.

That being said, if you would normally run for 30 minutes in the afternoon and now you are napping for that 30 minutes, then yes, you would SLOWLY gain weight over time.

However, I highly doubt that your nap is causing your weight gain.

You should examine your eating and exercising habits more closely and perhaps then you will find something that is causing this weight gain.

Answer 2

Rest is an important necessity.  Just as one plans nutritious meals with dieting timing is everything.  Is best for instance; that you eat a hearty well-balanced breakfast around 7-8 a.m.   When taking a nap would be best to do on an empty stomach, not only will you rest better but it is better on your heart.  

If your naps currently now are following your lunch that could be what is contributing to your weight.  Also if you find yourself tired after a heavy lunch could be your food choices making you sleepy.  

One way to burn calories would be to have your nap, get up and take a 20 min walk then eat your lunch.  The walk following your nap will get you out in the fresh air and wake you up, get your metabolism going and believe it or not curb your appetite.  Follow your walk with a healthy lunch, example: tuna salad on whole wheat and cup of soup, or grilled chicken breast and rice pilaf, or small chef salad and small fruit cup,(they are just a few of my favorite choices),  also don't forget your water.  A minimum of 8 glasses (8 oz) per day.

Good luck to you, and pleasant napping.

Answer 3

I take nanny naps alot after work and they have not caused me to get fat!...its something else!