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Twisting your neck to one side for hours can create tension and stiffness
It throws your spine out of alignment, leading to back discomfort
Your chest and lungs may be compressed, making breathing shallower
Facial pressure increases, which might encourage premature wrinkles
Blood flow can be restricted, causing numbness or tingling
If you often wake up sore, tired, or achy—even with a good mattress—your sleeping posture could be to blame.
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Healthier Sleep Positions That Support Your Body
Luckily, there are sleep positions that work with your body, not against it. Here are three of the most supportive:
1. Sleeping on Your Back – The “Starfish” Pose
Lying flat on your back with your limbs relaxed helps:
Keep your spine aligned naturally
Relax your muscles
Encourage fuller, deeper breathing
Reduce pressure on your internal organs
This position is often favored by physiotherapists and osteopaths as one of the best for physical recovery.
2. Sleeping on Your Left Side – A Boost for Digestion
Choosing your left side to sleep on has some unique benefits:
It helps food travel through your digestive tract and eases acid reflux
Supports better blood return to the heart
Especially recommended during pregnancy
Often brings relief to those with digestive discomfort
If you have a sensitive stomach or tend to sleep restlessly, this might be the ideal posture for you.
3. Sleeping on Your Right Side – Comfortable, but Not Perfect
This is one of the most common positions, and while generally comfortable, it comes with a few drawbacks:
