Drinking and alcohol

Tips on cutting down

Practical tips on reducing your alcohol intake and the associated health benefits.

Calories in alcohol

Is your drinking making you fat? Find out how many calories are in your drink and get tips on avoiding weight gain.

Hangover cures

Sensible drinking is the best way to avoid a hangover, but if it's too late for that then these tips may help.

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The risks of drinking too much

You don't have to be an alcoholic to be at risk of damaging your health. Regularly drinking just above recommended levels can be harmful.

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'My drinks diary shock'

Patrick Greene kept a drinks diary and was shocked to see how much he was drinking every day.

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Alcohol support

Realising you have a problem with alcohol is the first step to getting better, but it is often the hardest one.

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Binge drinking

A drink-by-drink guide to the effects of binge drinking on your mind and body.

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'Social drinking': the hidden risks

'Social drinkers' may be causing just as much harm to their health as binge drinkers and alcoholics.

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Carer's story: 'My wife's an alcoholic'

David has cared for his wife since she became an alcoholic more than 20 years ago.

Caring for an alcoholic

Tips on caring for an alcoholic, including getting help and taking care of yourself.