Health Tip: Alcohol Safety
(HealthDay News) -- Before you raise your glass for a holiday toast, remember that alcohol is best consumed in moderation.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions for holiday drinking:
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Drink only in moderate amounts, and sip it slowly over a long period.
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Always drink alcohol along with some food, not before you've eaten.
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If you're taking any medication, whether prescription or over-the-counter, make sure it is safe to drink alcohol at the same time.
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Never drive after drinking alcohol.
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Never drink alcohol when you are pregnant, underage, or have a history of alcohol abuse.
Date Last Reviewed:
12/11/2008
Date Last Modified:
12/11/2008