If you’re someone who drinks regularly, it’s not abnormal to notice some withdrawal symptoms during the first week of Dry January, including when it comes to your sleep.

“In the first week of Dry January, your body begins to adjust to the absence of alcohol,” Dr Mercer explains. “This can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as mild headaches, irritability or sugar cravings, and your sleep may initially be disrupted, as your body is no longer relying on alcohol’s sedative effect.”

Because of this, Dr Mercer explains, you might experience difficulty falling or staying asleep during the first few nights – but these issues should subside within a few days.

To cope with this short-term disruption, Dr Mercer recommends looking at your diet. “Try to balance out these disruptions with foods to stabilise your energy levels, such as magnesium-rich foods like nuts, seeds and avocados, as well as complex carbs such as brown rice or oats to manage sugar cravings.”

This is how Dry January affects your sleep, according to an NHS GP