What are recommended drinking limits?
Recommended limits for alcohol intake have been established by the National Institutes for Health (NIH) based on a large number of epidemiologic studies. People who drink above these limits are at higher risk of alcohol-related problems. These limits serve as a guide, but specific advice is dependent on the patient’s overall health. People should not drink at all if they have medical contraindications (such as a prior diagnosis of alcohol dependence, pregnancy or plans to conceive, or medications that interact with alcohol or liver disease).
