Reducing how much alcohol you drink can have many benefits. Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of serious illnesses, including diabetes, liver disease, pancreatitis, heart disease and seven different types of cancer.
There is an added risk for those who regularly drink above the UK Chief Medical Officer's recommended limit of 14 units per week.
Many people don't know how much alcohol they drink could be having an impact on their health. Taking an alcohol self-assessment can help you to identify if the amount you drink is putting your health at risk. Follow the link to the self assessment you can do yourself:
No matter how much you drink, the good news is that it's never too late to start reducing how much you drink. Reducing your alcohol intake can have a positive effects often within a few days. In the longer term, continuing to drink less will help reduce your risk of a number of serious health issues. The benefits of reducing how much alcohol you drink include:
- Healthier looking skin
- Having more energy
- Losing weight
- Feeling happier
- Having a good nights sleep
- Reducing your risk of cancer
Take the alcohol self-assessment test here.
