Alcohol: Moderation Is the Key

Alcohol is a culturally accepted drug Many drink alcohol at point in their lives Some only drink during social occasions Others may have an evening glass of wine Moderate alcohol consumption can reduce your risk of heart disease The benefit is not so great that a non-drinker should consider drinking alcohol About 1/3 of those drinking alcohol will develop problems with alcohol Drinking problems can increased your risk of serious health problems Accidents Or injuries If you want to drink alcohol Moderate consumption is considered safe Moderate drinking is considered 2 drinks a day for men 1 a day for women or lighter-weight men A drink is 12 ounces of beer 5 ounces of wine 1 ½ ounces of hard liquor Each one counts as one carbohydrate choice 2022015