Alcohol Advice
Some studies associate moderate alcohol intake, one per day, with less risk of heart disease. However there are many effective alternatives to reducing heart disease without the addition of alcohol.
Alcohol is a drug that depresses the brain. We all know the cheeriness that can come with the first drink, but alcohol can actually cause severe depression. Alcohol has no vitamin or mineral content, but plenty of calories.
If you are a heavy drinker, alcohol will be doing damage to parts of the body you cannot see. Some long term effects of drinking include:
- obesity
- liver disease
- depression
- high blood pressure
Drink Less Alcohol
Stopping or drinking less alcohol can make a big difference to your health. It can boost your energy, help you lose weight, and save you money.
If you are drinking more than you would like, you are not alone. Lots of people find it hard to cut back. But every small step you take brings you closer to your goals, and the right support can make it easier.
Advice
Your doctor will happily discuss individual queries regarding lowering the risk to your health from drinking.
If you would like online advice on how to cut down the amount you drink, visit the NHS Better Health guide for drinking less.
Support
- Call the AA Helpline on 0800 9177 650
- Email the AA
- Visit the AA website
