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Health risks of drinking
Drinking alcohol in moderation can be enjoyable and one or two drinks may even have some small benefit to your heart. But drinking too much alcohol can lead to health problems.
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What happens when you drink?
Most of us know what it's like when you start to feel a bit merry following a few drinks. But there are lots of other effects that alcohol has on your body and mind that you might not know about.
Alcohol calculator
How many units are in a glass of wine or pint of lager? Use our calculator to find out.
Is alcohol a problem?
Do you have an overpowering urge to drink alcohol and find you can't limit or stop drinking once you start? Anxiety or irritability, drinking before midday and feeling unable to cut down are all signs of alcohol dependence.
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See how your health compares to others your age.
Get to know sensible drinking limits.
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