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Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
What Type Of Sleeper Are You? Here Are The Benefits Of Each.
Most of us have a side we prefer to sleep on. Yes, we move around in our sleep but there's usually that one side that we continuously fall back on. And if lying on a certain side is your fail-safe, there are a few factors to consider. As herbal nutrition expert Ali Ramadan (also known as @holisticali) explained on TikTok, there are a handful of benefits to sleeping on the left side of your body. According to Heathline, sleeping on your left side is thought to have the most benefits to overall health. Ramadan explained in the video that 'when we sleep on the left side, the stomach and its gastric juices remain lower than the oesophagus,' which can help to reduce heartburn and digestive upset. 'It also reduces pressure on the back and is the ideal way for pregnant women to sleep,' Ramadan said. Sleeping on the left side when pregnant can help with blood flow between the heart, fetus, uterus and kidneys, while taking pressure off the liver. Generally speaking, it's better for us to sleep on our left side, especially for people who snore, have acid reflux, have high blood pressure or have digestive issues. However, there are some benefits to sleeping on your right side, especially for those with heart conditions, who might find it more comfortable. But if you want to reduce your risk of back pain and get a decent night's rest, sleeping on your back could be the answer, according to one sleep expert. Just 10% of people sleep in the optimal position, according to Kiera Pritchard, a sleep expert with Eachnight Mattresses. In comparison, 74% of us are side sleepers while 16% of people are stomach sleepers. 'Sleeping on your back is the most recommended position because the vertebrae in your back can align naturally in a neutral position without any kinks or curves,' Prichard said. 'Sleeping on your back may be healthier for your spine whereas sleeping on your right side is beneficial for your heart. Stomach sleeping is the only position that is considered unhealthy as it is very stressful on your spine.' This story originally appeared in HuffPost UK. The Time It Takes To Fall Asleep Can Reveal A Lot About Your Health How To Change Your Default Sleeping Position To A New One The 1 Habit Doctors Say Is Secretly Making You Tired The Next Day
National News
20-03-2025
- Politics
- National News
Rasamny ups calls for new governance approach based on competence, integrity
NNA - Director General of Urban Planning, Engineer Ali Ramadan, hosted a Ramadan iftar in honor of Minister of Public Works and Transport, Fayez Rasamny, at "Feluka" restaurant in Beirut. The event was attended by directors and employees from urban planning offices across Lebanon. In his speech, Ramadan welcomed Rasamny and praised his commitment to supporting public administration and ensuring fairness for employees despite ongoing challenges. He noted that the Directorate had made significant progress in modernization and administrative reform over the past two years, thanks to the dedication of its staff. Ramadan outlined the Directorate's efforts to implement a comprehensive land-use plan in collaboration with relevant authorities to ensure balanced development. Additionally, he announced the preparation of a draft law for the reconstruction of areas affected by Israeli aggression, turning adversity into an opportunity for sustainable urban planning. Ramadan further highlighted the weekly meetings of the Higher Council for Urban Planning to expedite projects. He underscored ongoing cooperation with UN-Habitat and UNDP to develop a digital map of Lebanon, facilitating regulatory procedures. Moreover, Ramadan affirmed that strategic planning initiatives were underway in Jbeil and Akkar, alongside efforts to regulate technical audit offices for public safety compliance. On digital transformation, Ramadan revealed that the Directorate had launched its official website and was entering the second phase of modernizing administrative processes to enhance transparency and efficiency. He also noted that solar energy was being introduced at the Directorate's headquarters to improve working conditions. For his part, Minister Rasamny acknowledged the difficulties of public service, stating that he accepted the position with the goal of enacting reform under the leadership of President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. "As newcomers to public service, we enter this field with a clear determination to bring about change, despite the challenges," Rasamny said, emphasizing that public administration is more complex than the private sector and requires time and resilience to implement genuine reforms. "Today, we have chosen to steer the ship toward transparency and reform." Rasamny went on to stressed his preference for action over rhetoric, stating: "Over the past twenty years, you have heard many speeches, and you have all seen the results. Today, we face a difficult reality—we have lost the state, and we are working tirelessly to rebuild the infrastructure of its institutions." The Works Minister then pointed out that the lack of recruitment in the public sector over the past years had resulted in a 60-70% vacancy rate, creating additional challenges but also revealing highly skilled professionals within the administration, despite the economic crisis affecting salaries and living standards. On urban planning, Rasamny emphasized the crucial role of the sector, noting that "60% of Lebanese territory still lacks proper planning, necessitating close cooperation with municipalities and relevant stakeholders." The Minister concluded by stressing the importance of coordination between government agencies and parliamentary committees, underlining the need for collective efforts to address challenges and establish a new governance approach based on competence, integrity, and stability.
