31/10/2026
Alcohol can be a difficult topic for health professionals to address. While we have shown over the last month in our blog and social media videos that the sleep + alcohol issue is nuanced (as most things are), research does suggest that there will be meaningful changes to your health when you abstain or at least reduce your alcohol consumption.
So do our sleep doctors and sleep surgeons completely abstain? No.
Lifestyle is a massive component of sleep health, but being able to sustain positive health habits over the long term is the most crucial part of healthy living. If enjoying a drink or two for special occasions means you overall feel a sense of commitment to reduced alcohol intake long-term, that’s the change that will matter for your overall sleep health.