This is what sleeping on the left side does for our brain, stomach & glymphatic health

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This is what sleeping on the left side does for our brain, stomach & glymphatic health

Still, here are some tips for those who can’t switch to their side:

the back of a woman sleeping on her side in bed
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  • Use a flat pillow or none at all.
  • Don’t tuck your arms under your pillow or head, since this could cause arm numbness or shoulder joint pain.
  • Alternate the sides of your head to avoid neck pain.
  • Don’t lift your leg to one side with a bent knee since this could worsen back issues. [3]

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Sources

  1. “Side Sleeping: Which Side Is Best and How to Train Yourself to Do It.” CNET. Taylor Leamey. July 7, 2022
  2. “Could body posture during sleep affect how your brain clears waste?” Science Daily. August 4, 2015
  3. “How These 3 Sleep Positions Affect Your Gut Health.” Healthline. Jennifer Chesak. March 20, 2023

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