Low Risk Drinking Guidelines

Low-Risk Drinking Guidelines are designed so you can enjoy alcohol, but avoid the health, financial, social, and family problems that can be caused by excessive use of alcohol.

The first thing to consider is that if you don't already drink, you should not start.

In particular, you should not drink alcohol if you have a history of diseases including:

• High Blood Pressure
• Liver Disease
• Pancreatitis
• Peptic Ulcers
• Gastrointestinal Disease
• Family History of Alcoholism
• Mood, Anxiety or Sleep Problems
• If you are taking medication.
• If you engage in activities that require skill or care.

Also, if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, the safest choice for you and your baby is to not drink any alcohol.

If you already drink and don't have the concerns discussed above, these are the low-risk drinking guidelines that can help you keep alcohol use at a safe level.

Guidelines For Safe Alcohol Use

 

Note: Please remember these guidelines are not for everyone. For some people, such as those with a low body weight or older adults, two drinks might be too much.

Need More Info?

For more information, visit the following websites:

Low-risk Drinking Guidelines

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

Or call Ontario toll-free: 1-800-463-6273