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What is the definition of drinking in moderation?
What is the definition of drinking in moderation?
Moderation is defined as no more than one drink per day for women and no more than two drinks per day for men.
How can moderate drinking help lower the risk of coronary heart disease?
How can moderate drinking help lower the risk of coronary heart disease?
Moderate drinking may lower the risk of coronary heart disease, mainly among men over age 45 and women over age 55.
What other factors can reduce the risk of heart disease besides moderate drinking?
What other factors can reduce the risk of heart disease besides moderate drinking?
Other factors that reduce the risk of heart disease include a healthy diet, physical activity, avoidance of smoking, and maintenance of a healthy weight.
Why is it important to avoid excessive alcohol consumption?
Why is it important to avoid excessive alcohol consumption?
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Why are heavy drinkers at risk of malnutrition?
Why are heavy drinkers at risk of malnutrition?
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Who should not drink alcohol?
Who should not drink alcohol?
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What should you do at home to enhance the flavor of food instead of using salt?
What should you do at home to enhance the flavor of food instead of using salt?
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How can you reduce salt intake when eating out?
How can you reduce salt intake when eating out?
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What should you avoid when eating out to reduce salt intake?
What should you avoid when eating out to reduce salt intake?
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What should you do if you want to reduce salt when eating out?
What should you do if you want to reduce salt when eating out?
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What should be the limit for alcohol consumption according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2000?
What should be the limit for alcohol consumption according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2000?
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How does alcohol consumption during pregnancy affect the risk of birth defects?
How does alcohol consumption during pregnancy affect the risk of birth defects?
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Who should avoid drinking alcoholic beverages?
Who should avoid drinking alcoholic beverages?
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What is the recommended limit for alcohol intake per day for women?
What is the recommended limit for alcohol intake per day for women?
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What is the recommended limit for alcohol intake per day for men?
What is the recommended limit for alcohol intake per day for men?
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Why should pregnant women avoid alcohol?
Why should pregnant women avoid alcohol?
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Why should individuals avoid drinking alcohol before driving or operating machinery?
Why should individuals avoid drinking alcohol before driving or operating machinery?
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Why should individuals on medications consult with their healthcare provider about alcohol intake?
Why should individuals on medications consult with their healthcare provider about alcohol intake?
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Study Notes
The Risks of Excessive Alcohol Consumption
- Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to social and psychological problems, cirrhosis of the liver, inflammation of the pancreas, and damage to the brain and heart.
- Heavy drinkers are at risk of malnutrition as alcohol contains calories that may substitute for those in nutritious foods.
Drinking in Moderation
- Moderation is defined as no more than one drink per day for women and no more than two drinks per day for men.
- This limit is based on differences between the sexes in both weight and metabolism.
- A drink is equivalent to 12 ounces of regular beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits, each containing approximately 100-150 calories.
- Drinking in moderation may lower the risk of coronary heart disease, mainly among men over 45 and women over 55.
Who Should Not Drink
- Children and adolescents
- Individuals who cannot restrict their drinking to moderate levels, including recovering alcoholics, problem drinkers, and people with family members who have alcohol problems
- Women who may become pregnant or who are pregnant, as a safe level of alcohol intake has not been established for women at any time during pregnancy
- Individuals who plan to drive, operate machinery, or take part in other activities that require attention, skill, or coordination
- Individuals taking prescription or over-the-counter medications that can interact with alcohol, especially older adults
Additional Tips
- Eat nutritious foods and avoid salty or high-calorie condiments to maintain a healthy diet
- Choose fruits and vegetables often and drink water freely to reduce sodium intake
- If you drink, do so with meals to slow alcohol absorption and avoid drinking before or when driving, or whenever it puts you or others at risk
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Test your knowledge on the effects of alcohol consumption on social and psychological aspects, as well as physical health. Understand the importance of drinking in moderation and its impact on overall well-being.
