Do you sleep a certain way every night? Perhaps you curl into a ball or can only sleep if you’re lying on your stomach. But did you know how you sleep has an effect on your health? Experts have revealed that sleeping in one position for a long time may do your body more harm than good. Here’s all you need to know.

Your sleeping position matters

Yes, the way you sleep can have an impact on your health. Some researchers, including Professor Chris Idzikowski, who is the Director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service, posit that a person’s usual sleeping position is, in fact, linked to many of their personality traits. Research has also indicated that there’s one sleeping position, in particular, that can really take a toll on the body. 

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