ARE you a side sleeper, self-confessed starfish, or can you simply not nod off unless you're on your front? Most of us are quite specific when it comes to our preferred position for a good night's kip. But there is one we should all be avoiding - and it's pretty popular. That's according to Dr Daria Sadovskaya, a nephrologist [kidney specialist], who says it can cause numerous issues in the body.
The 30-year-old, who has racked up more than 16million likes on TikTok , says: "I believe your health is the most valuable thing a person has. "That's why I am glad and grateful to have a following that makes it possible to spread an important message to millions of people. READ MORE ON SLEEP "If at least one person will be inspired by my videos to take better care of their health, I'll be more than happy.
" Dr Sadovskaya shared a video of herself demonstrating various typical sleeping positions in order of how detrimental they can be to your health . She starts by sleeping flat on her back – the most recommended position. "This is considered the best sleep position because it keeps your head, neck, and spine in a neutral alignment, reducing the risk of pain," Dr Daria, from Singapore , says.
Most read in Health "It also minimises pressure on joints and can prevent facial wrinkles, as there’s no pressure on your face." Next, she sleeps sideways, resting a hand under her pillow – which she says is the “second best” position. "Sleeping on your side is highly beneficial," she s.
