How to use alcohol responsibly?

Count how Much You Drink.

If drinking is gradually increasing but you have no idea whether you should start to worry, try to count the doses consumed over a day and then a week. You will understand if you should drink less or your alcohol consumption fits the norm (3–4 units per day for men, 2–3 for women).

Diversify your Life.

Diversity adds colors to life and helps to fight bad habits. If you can’t imagine some daily routine, like watching TV, without alcohol, do something else – listen to your favorite music, prepare a fine dinner with the money you saved when you didn’t buy a bottle of wine or a couple of beers.

Try Something New.

Analyze when you drink – maybe it happens most often when you just want to relax? Therefore, if you are thinking of drinking after a hard work day, a better choice would be a hot tub, a short walk, an entertaining TV show or movie. At least a couple of evenings a week, replace alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic drinks. It does not have to be orange juice. Try something new – make a non-alcoholic cocktail! You will feel the difference when you have a clear head the next day.

Be Smarter with your Money.

Try to count how much money you spent on alcohol during the previous week or month. Calculate how much you would save by drinking less and buy a gift for yourself from the money saved – it will stimulate you even more.

Do not Drink on an Empty Stomach.

Do not drink alcohol before dinner. At first, eat at least a little bit or drink a glass of water to reduce the effects of alcohol on the body.

Do not Drink Quickly.

Try to understand when you drink too fast. Sometimes, in fact, you simply feel thirsty instead of wanting to drink alcohol. First, drink a glass of water, juice or some other non-alcoholic beverage and then think if you want anything else. If you drink alcoholic drinks, do not rush, enjoy it slowly. This way you will better appreciate the taste of your favorite alcoholic beverage.