7 Reasons Why You Should Sleep On Your Left Side

7. Improves Digestion

You may have heard that eating right before bedtime is not a good idea because that food will just stay as is. This is certainly a myth because digestion occurs throughout the day, and probably only several hours after a meal. And even though it’s going to happen regardless of if you are asleep or awake, lying on your left side will ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible.

This is because of the position of our organs. The stomach is situated on the left side of the abdomen, and therefore food passes easily through the intestines in this position. You can also ensure that the pancreas, which produces digestive enzymes, is not suffocated by the stomach in this way.