Do you really know? What’s the best sleeping position?
Nov 30, 2025
Discover how your sleeping position might reveal aspects of your personality. Explore the benefits of back sleeping and why it’s recommended, along with tips for support. Dive into the advantages of side sleeping, especially left-side, for better digestion and circulation. Learn why stomach sleeping is discouraged due to neck alignment issues. Plus, find out solutions for snorers and how side sleeping can help with sleep apnea. A quick and insightful look at how our sleep habits impact our wellness!
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Back Sleeping With Support
- Sleep on your back if possible and avoid overly soft mattresses that let your spine sink.
- Put a small pillow under your knees or lower back to reduce spinal strain and relieve lower-back pain.
Host Shares His Side-Sleeping Habit
- Joseph Chance says he usually sleeps on his left side and curls into a fetal position because he gets cold easily.
- He notes side sleeping promotes spinal alignment but warns of shoulder pain if you always use the same side.
Side Sleeping Helps Spine Alignment
- Side sleeping is the most common position and supports healthy spinal alignment, reducing back pain risk.
- Regularly alternating sides helps relieve pressure and prevents chronic shoulder strain.