New - Canada’s low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines
Printer-friendly versionThe National Alcohol Strategy Advisory Committee recently launched the first pan-Canadian guidelines for low-risk alcohol drinking. The guidelines are intended to provide consistent, evidence-informed recommendations to Canadians and to encourage a culture of moderation. The guidelines for women and men differ substantially. For example, to reduce your long-term health risks, they advice drinking no more than:
10 drinks a week for women, with no more than 2 drinks a day most days
15 drinks a week for men, with no more than 3 drinks a day most days
Click here to learn more and to read the guidelines.
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