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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

Front, back or side: What’s the healthiest position to sleep in?

We want to know if changing our sleeping position will have a significant impact on our health (Alamy/PA) -

We all have our go-to sleeping position – whether it’s curled up on our side, stretched out on our back, or face-down in a deep slumber. But beyond comfort, does the way we sleep affect our health?

While most adults know they should aim for seven to nine hours of rest each night, the position we sleep in may be just as important as the duration. From easing back pain to reducing snoring, sleep posture may play a bigger role in our wellbeing than we think.

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