Tips to help you moderate
While alcohol affects each of us differently, there are things you can do to help you moderate or reduce your drinking.
Some of the simple things you can do are:
Have a drink of water before having an alcoholic drink.
Alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Set yourself limits and stick to them.
Drink slowly. On average, it takes one hour to metabolise one standard drink.
Try drinks with a lower alcohol content.
Have something to eat while or before you have an alcoholic drink.
Dilute your alcoholic drink by adding water or ice.
Plan ahead for a safe way to get home.
Drinking responsibly is about drinking in moderation.
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