Due to today's changing lifestyle, people have to face most of the problems related to digestion. Most people blame fried foods and eating at the wrong times as the reason for this. This is also true, but perhaps many people do not know that not only eating but also sleeping in the right position at night can make the digestive system work better. In this article, we are giving information about the best sleeping position for digestion. So definitely read the article till the end.

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  1. Sleep on your left side for better digestion
  2. Benefits of sleeping on the left side
  3. Tips related to sleeping on the left side
  4. Takeaway
Doctors for Best sleeping position for digestion

Sleeping on the left side can not only prevent stomach problems but can also have a positive effect on overall health. When you sleep on your left side, gravity takes the waste material to the upper part of the large intestine and then to the final part of the digestive system and due to this process, it becomes easier for you to have bowel movements in the morning.

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Sleeping on the left side not only improves the digestive system but can also have many other health benefits, which are explained in detail below -

Helpful in digestion

When a person sleeps on his left side, waste materials from the small intestine pass into the large intestine through the ileocecal valve. This is why sleeping on the left side can provide relief from digestive problems to a great extent.

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Relief from heartburn

Sleeping on the left side can provide relief from the problem of heartburn to a great extent. This theory of improving digestion by sleeping on the left side originated from Ayurveda, but modern research also believes it. In a study conducted in 2010, 10 participants took part and found that lying on their right side increased the problem of heartburn. At the same time, researchers believe that if we lie on the left side, the stomach and its gastric juice remain below the esophagus while sleeping. This is the reason why it can provide relief from the problem of heartburn.

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Effect on brain

Compared to sleeping on your back or stomach, sleeping on your left or right side may help your body clear interstitial waste from the brain. This can reduce the risk of Alzheimer'sParkinson's, and other neurological problems to a great extent. This has come to light in a study.

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Reduce the problem of snoring or sleep apnea

Sleeping on the left side also affects snoring or sleep apnea. Sleeping on your side prevents your tongue from going into your throat and partially blocking your airway. If sleeping on your side does not reduce your snoring or you think you have sleep apnea, then it is better to talk to a doctor or expert about it.

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You now know what health benefits sleeping on the left side can provide. So now we are sharing some tips here, which you can keep in mind while sleeping on your side -

  • Always use a comfortable pillow while sleeping.
  • Whenever you sleep on your left side, sleep with a pillow on the side, so that you do not fall asleep.
  • You can also sleep with a pillow between your knees, this will give you a very comfortable sleep.
  • Keep changing the position for some time in between, so that there is no pain in your hands and legs.

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This was important information related to sleep position and the digestive system. Now you must have understood how important not only food but also your sleep or your sleeping position is for digestion. If you also have problems related to digestion, then you should also try this remedy.

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Dr. Paramjeet Singh

Dr. Paramjeet Singh

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