The Best Sleeping Position, According to Experts
Experts emphasize the importance of sleep position for better sleep quality and reduced back pain. While many focus on purchasing sleep products, proper sleep hygiene and position are more crucial. Side sleeping is recommended by doctors as it supports better breathing and overall health.
- ▪Sleep position significantly impacts how well you breathe during sleep.
- ▪Proper breathing during sleep is essential for immune function and lymph fluid movement.
- ▪Side sleeping is generally recommended as it opens up the airway more effectively than back sleeping.
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WellnessThe Best Sleeping Position, According to ExpertsHow you sleep matters more than you think. Experts share the best sleeping position for better shut-eye and less back pain.By Emily Laurence Sardinha May 23, 2026Illustration by Chris PanickerSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this storyIt’s the American way to assume that all life’s problems can be solved by making the right purchase, especially when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. Blackout curtains, an organic mattress that’s supportive but not stiff, a cooling foam memory pillow….
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