Here's how to train yourself to lie down correctly—and why it can help.
. Scientists think that’s because lying in this position loosens your lower esophageal sphincter, the involuntary muscles that keep acid from rising up out of your stomach and into your throat. Sleeping on the left side, however, seems to keep the trap door between the throat and stomach shut, so leftie sleepers are less likely to feel the burn.
She says side sleepers should buy pillows that are thick enough to support their heads, taking some of the pressure off their shoulders. If you experience acid reflux or heartburn, try to sleep on your left side. And, Harris says, tuck a pillow under your knees to better support your lower back.Side sleeping is hardly the worst of it. Though they’re rare, the 7 percent of stomach sleepers are likely doing themselves a world of hurt.
When you’re ready for bed, put pillows on both sides of your body, and one under your knees. This should hold you in place and keep you from flipping to one side.
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