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????The story :
Our brains get smaller as we get older.

But this doesn't happen as fast in people who regularly take short sleeps during the day. That's according to a new study.

Researchers suggest these naps might reduce the risk of developing conditions like Alzheimer's in later life.

????Key words and phrases:
power nap
????short sleeps, usually during the working day, to help you perform better at your job.
- She took advantage of her lunch break to have a quick power nap.
- If you're feeling tired, take a quick power nap and then carry on.

sharp
????alert and quick thinking
- That's a great idea - you're sharp today!
- I don't feel very sharp after work.

hinder
????makes something difficult or worse.
- Long working hours can hinder family life
- I was hindered by the bad weather and couldn’t get home.

✔️ 0:00 - Introduction
✔️ 0:26 - Story
✔️ 1:17 - Headline 1: Power naps linked to greater brain capacity, scientists say - iNEWS
✔️ 2:38 - Headline 2: Taking more naps could help you stay sharp in later life - THE TIMES
✔️ 4:11 - Headline 3: Naps could help or hinder your health depending on their length, study suggests - THE DAILY EXPRESS
✔️ 5:14 - Language summary


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