The Best Sleeping Positions for Improving Your Health

Most of us spend between 6 and 8 hours asleep every night, so it makes sense that the position we lie in during this period can have a big effect on our health. 【小题1】

Lie on the stomach

Believe it or not, this is the worst position to sleep in. Lying this way night after night can cause aches and pains as your spine (脊柱) is not in a natural position. 【小题2】. This is because of your pillow being against your face all night. The only good factor for sleeping on your stomach is that it can decrease snoring (打鼾).

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Sleeping on your side is overall a pretty good position health-wise. It keeps your spine in a natural position which is great for preventing neck and back pain. 【小题4】, and it can also reduce acid reflux (逆流). So this position is specially recommended to pregnant women, particularly if they lie on their left sides. However, it won’t do ageing skin or breasts any favours!

Sleep on your back

【小题5】. It allows your head, neck and spine to be kept in a more natural position, reducing any potential pains and aches. Wrinkles aren’t a worry with this position as your face is not pressed into your pillow all night. People think it is the best position to sleep in although it may cause loud snoring and heavy breathing.