Side sleeping is the most common sleeping position — 74% of all people do it. Professionals still argue about the best sleeping position as all of them have their benefits and downsides, and since we spend a third of our lives in bed, it’s really important to know how you can get the best rest without negatively affecting your life.

Here at Bright Side, we’ve figured out all the pros and cons of side sleeping and have some advice on how to improve the quality of your sleep and your overall health. So whether you’re a side sleeper or not, make sure to read this article all the way to the end.

Benefits of sleeping on your side

Downsides of side sleeping

What you can change to improve your quality of sleep

Are you a side sleeper? If so, are you going to change some of your sleeping habits after reading this article? Tell us in the comments.

Illustrated by Alena Sofronova for BrightSide.me