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Drink less
What are the benefits of cutting down?
| Physical | PSYCHOLOGICAL/SOCIAL/FINANCIAL |
|---|---|
| Reduce the risk of injury | Improved mood |
| Reduce the risk of high blood pressure | Less emotional strain with family |
| Reduce the risk of cancer | Save money |
| Reduce the risk of liver disease | Better relationships |
| Sleep better | Reduced risk of offending / anti-social behaviour |
| More energy | Reduced risk of being in vulnerable situations |
| Lose weight / better physical shape | Reduced risk of being a victim of violence and / or sexual assault |
| No hangovers | You will have more time to do the things you’ve always wanted to do |
| Improved memory | Your children will be less likely to be heavy drinkers |
| Reduce the risk of impotence / genital shrinkage |
Are you drinking too much?
14 UNITS
There is no completely safe level of drinking, but sticking within the guidelines lowers your risk of harming your health. Men and women are advised not to regularly drink more than 14 units a week.
3 DAYS
Spread your drinking over 3 days or more if you drink as many as 14 units a week.
Glass of Red, White or Rose wine
(ABV 13%)
Small 125ML
1.6 UNITS
Standard 175ML
2.3 UNITS
Large 250 ML
3.3 UNITS
Beer, Lager and Cider
REGULAR (ABV 4%)
STRONG (ABV 5.2%)
EXTRA STRONG (ABV 8%)
Other Drinks
10 UNITS PER BOTTLE
750ml bottle of red, white or rose wine (ABV 13.5%)
1 UNIT
25ml Single spirit and mixer (ABV 40%)
1.5 UNITS
275ml bottle of pre-mixed drink (alcopop) (ABV 5.5%)