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Is drinking every day OK?

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What is a standard drink?

In the United States, a standard drink contains 0.6 ounces (14.0 grams or 1.2 tablespoons) of pure alcohol. Generally, this amount of pure alcohol is found in

12-ounces of beer (5% alcohol content).

8-ounces of malt liquor (7% alcohol content).

5-ounces of wine (12% alcohol content).

1.5-ounces of 80-proof (40% alcohol content) distilled spirits or liquor (e.g., gin, rum, vodka, whiskey).4

What is excessive drinking?

Excessive drinking includes binge drinking, heavy drinking, and any drinking by pregnant women or people younger than age 21. Binge drinking, the most common form of excessive drinking, is defined as consuming For women, 4 or more drinks during a single occasion. For men, 5 or more drinks during a single occasion. Heavy drinking is defined as consuming For women, 8 or more drinks per week. For men, 15 or more drinks per week.

Most people who drink excessively are not alcoholics or alcohol dependent.5

What is moderate drinking?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults of legal drinking age can choose not to drink, or to drink in moderation by limiting intake to 2 drinks or less in a day for men or 1 drink or less in a day for women, on days when alcohol is consumed.4 The Guidelines also do not recommend that individuals who do not drink alcohol start drinking for any reason and that if adults of legal drinking age choose to drink alcoholic beverages, drinking less is better for health than drinking more.4 There are some people who should not drink any alcohol, including those who are:

Younger than age 21.

Pregnant or may be pregnant.

Driving, planning to drive, or participating in other activities requiring skill, coordination, and alertness.

Taking certain prescription or over-the-counter medications that can interact with alcohol.

Suffering from certain medical conditions.

Recovering from alcoholism or are unable to control the amount they drink.4

By adhering to the Dietary Guidelines, you can reduce the risk of harm to yourself or others.

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What's the most hydrating fruit?

1. Watermelon. Watermelon is very healthy and one of the most hydrating foods you can eat. A 1-cup (154-gram) serving contains over a half cup (118 ml) of water, in addition to some fiber and several important nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin A and magnesium.

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Proper hydration is extremely important for your health.

In fact, not drinking enough water can lead to dehydration, which can cause fatigue, headaches, skin problems, muscle cramps, low blood pressure and a rapid heart rate ( 1 ). What’s more, prolonged dehydration can lead to serious complications like organ failure ( 1 ). Experts generally recommend drinking several glasses of water per day to meet your hydration needs. But while drinking water is very important, you can also get it from foods. There are many healthy foods that can contribute a large amount of water to your diet.

This article discussed 19 water-rich foods that will help you stay hydrated.

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