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Do you feel like you could really do with a drink after a long day? If you’re not careful, a glass or two most days can quickly add up to a level that could be harming you.

It’s important to know how much you’re drinking and to be aware of the risks.

Regularly having a second or third drink most evenings may not only be giving you a fuzzy head the next day but can increase your risk of developing health problems such as cancer, high blood pressure and liver problems.

Drinking too much can affect your daily life and routine in ways you may not think.

It can affect the quality of the sleep you have; and it can negatively affect your mood and other conditions you may such as depression or diabetes.

So, what can you do? Well, there are lots of easy changes you can make to your lifestyle that can really help.

Swapping every other drink for a soft drink when you’re out, ordering smaller measures, or choosing lower-strength options are all great ways to cut down.

Drinking a pint of water before you start on the beer or wine can really help to avoid drinking alcohol when you’re thirsty.And when you go out, make sure you set a budget so that you don’t end up drinking more than you intended.

That way you’re taking care of yourself and saving money at the same time.

You’ll probably find that these changes soon have a positive impact. Cutting back can help you to feel more rested and improve your energy levels. You’ll be taking in fewer calories too, making it easier to manage your weight.

The good news is you can easily keep track of your drinking by taking the ‘Know Your Score’ quiz.

It’s a quick and easy way to tell if you’re in the low risk zone or if you need to cut down.

Are you interested to know whether you’re drinking over the recommended limits?

Take the quiz here