Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Dr K K Abswers: Moderate vs Heavy vs Binge Drinking

Moderate drinking: low risk for alcohol problems
  • Women: <2 US drinks per day
  • Men: <3 US drinks per day
  • People age ≥65: < US 2 drinks per day
Heavy drinking: at risk for alcohol problems
  • Women: >7 US drinks per week or 3 drinks per occasion
  • Men: >14 US drinks per week or 4 drinks per occasion
Binge drinking
  • Women: 4 or more US drinks in a row
  • Men: 5 or more US drinks in a row

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