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Nappuccino: Why a sleep doctor says drinking coffee then taking a nap works

Nbcwashington · · 404 words · By Erika Gonzalez; Patricia Fantis
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What to know about Nappuccino: Why a sleep doctor says drinking coffee then taking a nap works

A “nappuccino,” also known as a coffee nap, may be just what the doctor ordered.

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What happened

A “nappuccino,” also known as a coffee nap, may be just what the doctor ordered.

Why it matters

A nappuccino is when you drink a cup of coffee immediately before taking a power nap.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 8 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “most adults needing between seven and nine hours per night.”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of irrelevant results regarding the Ministry of Science and Technology of Bangladesh, a Missouri education plan, and a dictionary definition of 'most'. No evidence regarding adult sleep requirements was found.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Ministry of Science and Technology (Bengali: বিজ্ঞান ও প্রযুক্তি মন্ত্রণালয়; Bijñāna ō prajukti Montronaloya) (abbreviated as MOST) is a ministry of the government of Bangladesh which coordinates…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ministry_of_Science_and_Techno…
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web search NEUTRAL — For more information about MOST — Missouri's 529 Education Plan, download a Program Description, Privacy Policy, and Participation Agreement or request one by calling 888-414-MOST.
https://www.missourimost.org/
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web search NEUTRAL — The meaning of MOST is greatest in quantity, extent, or degree. How to use most in a sentence. Can most be used in place of almost?: Usage Guide.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/most
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Claim 2: “Molette Green’s alarm goes off at 1:50 a.m. and she snoozes until 2:08 a.m.”
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The provided evidence consists of irrelevant results about ChatGPT, UConn football, and Moline Illinois. There is no mention of Molette Green's alarm schedule.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Moline ( moh-LEEN) is a city in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. The population was 42,985 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 42,362 in 2025. It is the largest city in Rock Island…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moline,_Illinois
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — In heraldry, the term star may refer to any star-shaped charge with any number of rays, which may appear straight or wavy, and may or may not be pierced. While there has been much confusion between th…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2025 UConn Huskies football team represented the University of Connecticut (UConn) as an independent during the 2025 NCAA Division I FBS football season. Led by fourth-year head coach Jim L. Mora,…
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Claim 3: “A nappuccino works by clearing out adenosine, a naturally occurring chemical in your brain that builds up throughout the day, making you feel sleepy”
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Multiple sources explain the mechanism of coffee naps involving the clearing of adenosine to allow caffeine to work more effectively.
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web search NEUTRAL — Napping naturally clears adenosine, allowing caffeine to have a more significant impact when consumed just before a brief nap. Several studies support the effectiveness of coffee naps in improving ale…
https://amerisleep.com/blog/coffee-nap/
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web search NEUTRAL — Coffee Naps: Powered By Science. A quick coffee nap is an incredible way to boost energy and productivity during your day because of what goes on in your brain as it’s happening. When you drink caffei…
https://www.bulletproof.com/sleep-articles/coffee-naps-bulle…
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web search NEUTRAL — The Brain Chemistry Behind Coffee Nap. To understand the coffee nap method, it is necessary to first look at how the brain produces the fatigue signal. The main actor in this process is a neurochemica…
https://kimboturkey.com/en/blog/what-is-coffee-nap-the-most-…
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Claim 4: “A study by researchers in Australia said a coffee nap made people feel more alert.”
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While web results mention that naps increase alertness and that caffeinated drinks increase alertness, none of the provided evidence specifically mentions a study conducted in Australia.
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web search NEUTRAL — Research suggests that in sleep-deprived people, naps increase alertness, work performance, and learning ability, added Dasgupta. A small 2015 study suggests that power naps can even help boost immune…
https://www.healthline.com/health/guide-to-power-naps
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web search NEUTRAL — A study published in Nutrition Journal in 2007 found that caffeinated drinks (coffee and other energy drinks) increase alertness and improve memory. And according to the Journal of Agriculture and Foo…
https://slate.com/technology/2014/08/coffee-benefits-nap-exe…
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web search NEUTRAL — A coffee nap is 20 minutes long2. It’s a unique form of power napping that is meant to optimize the effects of caffeine.Yes, research has shown that naps can increase alertness14. More specifically, e…
https://www.sleepadvisor.org/types-of-naps/
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Claim 5: “A nappuccino is when you drink a cup of coffee immediately before taking a power nap.”
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Multiple independent web sources (Al-Ahram Weekly and a Sleep Calculator site) define a coffee nap/nappuccino as drinking coffee immediately before a short nap.
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web search NEUTRAL — Commercial coffee restaurant chains in the US more often serve the cappuccino as a 360 ml (13 imp fl oz; 12 US fl oz) drink or larger. In Italy, a cappuccino consists of 25 ml (1 imp fl oz; 1 US fl oz…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cappuccino
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web search NEUTRAL — A coffee nap is a short nap, ideally of 15 to 20 minutes, taken immediately after drinking a cup of coffee or another caffeinated beverage.Drink your coffee immediately before your nap and don’t get i…
https://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/50/1212/545422/AlAh…
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web search NEUTRAL — A coffee nap involves drinking coffee immediately before a 20-minute nap. Because caffeine takes about 20 minutes to be absorbed, it kicks in right as you wake up.
https://miniwebtool.com/coffee-vs-sleep-calculator/
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Claim 6: “Dr. Keisha Sullivan, a sleep medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente”
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Three independent sources (NBC, Kaiser Permanente's own post, and WTOP News) all identify Dr. Keisha Sullivan as a sleep medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The following is a timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States during 2020.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — This is a list of notable non-political figures and organizations that endorsed the Kamala Harris 2024 presidential campaign.
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web search NEUTRAL — Dr. Keisha Sullivan, a sleep medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente, said sleeping with socks is something she encourages her patients to try.
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/health/trouble-sleeping-why-wear…
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Claim 7: “Melissa Mollet gets up at 2:49 a.m.”
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While the evidence confirms Melissa Mollet is a journalist at NBC4, there is no mention of her waking up at 2:49 a.m. One result mentions a video length of 2:49, which is unrelated to her wake-up time.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Sanna Mirella Marin (born 16 November 1985) is a Finnish politician who served as prime minister of Finland from 2019 to 2023 and as the leader of the Social Democratic Party of Finland (SDP) from 202…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Ted Wheeler is a fictional character from the science fiction horror television series Stranger Things. Portrayed by Joe Chrest, Ted is the husband of Karen Wheeler and parent to three children: Mike,…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — In fairy tales, a true love's kiss is a motif and commonly used trope where by a kiss from a Romance possesses magical powers and holds significant importance.
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Claim 8: ““Sleep” published a study that found coffee naps led to improved performance and alertness among night-shift workers such as doctors and air traffic controllers.”
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Two independent web sources explicitly state that the journal 'Sleep' published a study finding that coffee naps improved performance and alertness for night-shift workers like doctors and air traffic controllers.
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web search NEUTRAL — Coffee naps seem to be a smart move for those with night shifts, such as doctors and air traffic controllers. SLEEP published a study in 2006 which found that napping plus caffeine led to improved per…
https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/science-says-coffee-na…
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web search NEUTRAL — “Sleep” published a study that found coffee naps led to improved performance and alertness among night-shift workers such as doctors and air traffic controllers. The goal is to drink 200 milligrams of…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/health/nappuccino-why-a-s…
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web search NEUTRAL — What are coffee naps? Learn the science behind this powerful biohack to boost alertness, focus, and beat the afternoon slump effectively.
https://cormedcare.com/coffee-naps/
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