Sleeping on the left side positively affects the body, said nutritionist R. Navarro in an interview with 20minutos.
According to the specialist, in this position, the food consumed moves more easily, and the liver works more efficiently.
Moreover, when lying on the left side, the heart finds it easier to pump blood. The main vein that carries blood from the legs is on the right side, so sleeping on the left side reduces pressure on it and improves blood circulation.
This position also helps alleviate heartburn.
It is especially beneficial for pregnant women, as it improves blood supply to the placenta and reduces pressure on the kidneys and liver, the expert added.
Previously, surgeon D. Oliveira advised people who are used to sleeping on their stomachs to change their position. In such a position, the cervical spine remains turned for a long time, which puts strain on the neck and causes pain, the doctor noted.
