Alcohol Use and Your Health | Alcohol Use | CDC
Jan 14, 2025 · Drinking less is better for your health than drinking more. You can lower your health risks by drinking less or choosing not to drink. Your liver can only process small …
Alcohol's Effects on Health - National Institute on Alcohol Abuse …
Alcohol interferes with the brain’s communication pathways and can affect the way the brain looks and works. These disruptions can change mood and behavior and make it harder to think …
Alcohol and your health: Risks, benefits, and controversies
Jan 27, 2025 · For millions of people, alcohol is a regular part of their lives. But there are many downsides to drinking — some familiar, others less well appreciated. And concerns about the …
Alcohol use: Weighing risks and benefits - Mayo Clinic
Jun 21, 2024 · When it comes to alcohol, if you don't drink, don't start for health reasons. Drinking moderately if you're otherwise healthy may be a risk you're willing to take. But heavy drinking …
The Health Risks of Drinking Alcohol | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg …
Nov 18, 2025 · Even at low levels, alcohol consumption carries health risks. Alcohol use in the U.S. has been in decline since the late 1970s—54% of U.S. adults today say they consume …
How Much Alcohol is Too Much? - UnityPoint Health
A drink or two with friends, a glass of wine with dinner or a beer after a long day — it's a common way to relax and socialize. But how much is too much? Learn the difference between low-risk …
Alcohol Use Disorder - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Help
Jun 6, 2023 · We know that drinking too much can harm your health. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that if adults (age 21 and older) choose to drink alcohol, drinking less …
Alcohol Use and Cardiovascular Disease | American Heart …
Jun 26, 2025 · The American Heart Association’s recommendations on alcohol use If you currently don’t drink alcohol, don’t start. If you choose to drink alcohol, limit your intake: ≤ two …
Facts About Excessive Drinking | Drink Less Campaign | CDC
Oct 7, 2024 · Excessive drinking on an occasion or over time increases your risk of illness, injury, and chronic disease. It can also lead to social, emotional, and mental health challenges. …
Alcohol - MedlinePlus
Jan 3, 2024 · The Dietary Guidelines for Americans say that adults of legal drinking age should either not drink or drink in moderation. Drinking less is better for your health than drinking more.