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Drinkers 'ignorant of sleep woes'
on August 19, 2009 – 9:23 am
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Many people do not realise drinking alcohol can disturb a good night’s sleep by interfering with the brain, a government-funded poll suggests.
Almost half of 2,000 drinkers surveyed reported fatigue the day after drinking more than the recommended daily limit.
But some 58% of those questioned were unaware that sleep problems could be caused by exceeding the limit.
The survey by YouGov was carried out for the Know Your Limits campaign, started three years ago.
Men are advised to drink no more than four units a day – the equivalent of two pints of regular-strength beer, and women no more than three units – the equivalent of a large, 250ml glass of wine. Continue reading….
