5 Common Sleeping Positions and Their Effect on Your Health

3. The Fetal Position

As the name suggests, this sleeping position imitates the position of a fetus in its mother’s womb. As it falls under side sleeping, it comes under the most common sleeping position. According to a survey by Men’s Health magazine, 41% of a 1000 person group said they preferred the fetal position.

As with side sleeping, the fetal position also promotes neurological health through “brain cleansing”. Additionally, this position is also said to relieve stress from vital organs like the liver, stomach, and lungs. Men’s Health magazine also suggests curling up on your right side to get the most beneficial sleep.