• Limit alcohol to no more than 1 drink per day for women and 2 drinks per day for men.
• Avoid excessive (heavy or binge) drinking.
• Consider the calorie content of mixers as well as the alcohol.
• Avoid alcohol if you are:
• pregnant or may become pregnant
• if under the legal drinking age
• if you are on medication that can interact with alcohol
• if you have medical conditions that could be worsened by drinking
• if planning to drive, operate machinery, or do other activities that could put you at risk if you are impaired.
• If breastfeeding, wait at least 4 hours after drinking alcohol before breastfeeding. Alcohol should not be consumed at all until consistent latch on and breastfeeding patterns are established.
• Do not begin drinking or drink more frequently on the basis of potential health benefits.