Best side to sleep on – left or right?

Do you know the best sleeping position that boosts your health? Are you aware of the benefits of sleeping on left side? Sleep is important to make your body and mind to revitalize, make you refreshed and alert when you wake up. Good sleep is essential for the proper function of the brain, heart and the whole body. Sleep control the body metabolism, prevents mood swings, prevent heart disease, boost our immune system and increases the brain power. Good sleep increases the positive moods and decreases the negative thoughts. Sleep promotes mental well being, increases energy, promote good brain function and ultimately good health and good relationships.

Which side is best to sleep?

 Ayurveda suggests sleep on your left side to reap extreme benefits on your overall health. You breathe properly and the body functions well when you sleep on your left side.

Benefits of sleeping on left side

The process of sleeping on the left side is called as Vaam Kukshi. It is equally important to have a good sleep and know how to sleep.

No acid reflux

Acid reflex is when acid from your stomach ends up flowing back up into your esophagus. Researcher says that sleeping on your left side reduces the problem of acid reflux.

Removes Toxins

Sleeping on the left helps your body to get rid of the toxins as it is easy for the blood to flow into the kidneys to get filtered. Hence sleeping on your left helps your body to get rid of the toxins easily.

Proper Digestion

Proper digestion is important for the good body function.Sleeping on your left helps your body to move the waste from your intestines with the help of gravity and good sleep.

Good for pregnant women

It is good for the pregnant women to sleep on your left as it increases the flow of blood to the foetus and uterus and provides good flow of nutrients to the placenta.

Proper breathing and may reduce snoring

Lying on your back makes the base of your tongue and soft palate collapse to the back wall of your throat, causing a vibrating sound during sleep. Sleeping on your side particularly left keeps your tongue and throat balanced and clear airways help you to breathe properly and reduce snoring.

Enhances the brain function

Sleeping on your left removes the brain waste more effectively and enhances the brain function. It helps to reduce the chances of developing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease and other neurological diseases.

Promotes heart health

Sleeping on your left side could help the flow of blood to your heart and promotes heart health.

No need to stick with one side the entire night

You don’t need to sleep with left side the entire night. You can start on your left side and it’s normal to shift around while you sleep from side to side or even onto your back. You can avoid sleeping on your stomach as it is the hardest position on your spine and organs.

Take Away

It is best to sleep on your left side so that you breathe properly and the body functions well. It is good to sleep on your left side at night to prevent heartburn and change your side if your shoulder bothers you. You can also keep a pillow between your knees for the support.

The Body Speaks (new heading in which parts of the body speaks about themselves) The Brain: “I am one of the largest and most complex organs in the human body. I am made up of more than 100 billion nerves that communicates in trillions of connections called synapses. I am the central organ of the human nervous system. I am responsible for human thought, behaviour, emotions and memory as well as basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate. I need a balanced diet, exercise and good sleep. I love to do meditation. I hate too much of salty foods, too much food, sleep deprivation and loneliness. I love to have nuts, pumpkin seeds, fruits like bananas, oranges, dark leafy greens and whole grains.”