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Alcohol Consumption: 6 Things to Know

Posted by Aaron W. On 1/11/2010

Based off the most recent evidence released by the American Dietetic Assoc. and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism these guidelines are intended to help you make wise choices when it comes to alcohol consumption. Cheers!

First of all, "a drink" is defined as:

12 fl. oz. of beer
5 fl. oz. of wine
1.5 fl. oz. of 80 proof distilled spirits

DEFINITION:

Moderate alcohol consumption - Up to 1 drink/day for women, and up to 2 drinks/day for men. Guidelines are dependent on age, weight and metabolism... example: a small-framed man should probably stick with 1 drink/day.

Current evidence tells us:

Individuals SHOULD NOT drink alcohol for health reasons.
Potential benefits and risks of drinking are associated with the ethanol (alcohol) - regardless of beverage type.
Light to moderate alcohol consumption may reduce risk of heart disease, stroke, gallstones, diabetes - for some age groups.
Consumption greater than 'moderate' may increase the risk of cancer, pancreatitis, sudden death, heart failure, stroke, high blood pressure, cirrhosis, and suicide.
Even one drink per day can increase the risk of breast cancer.

NOTE: Potential risks and benefits of alcoholic consumption should be discussed with a physicain and/or registered dietitian.

References:

http://www.eatright.org/uploadedFiles/Public/Nutrition/Fact_Sheets/DISCUS_08_for_Web.pdf http://www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/dga2005/document/default.htm

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alcohol/SC00024

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