What is the maximum amount of alcohol consumption that is safe for human health, without causing any long-term negative effects?
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The Global Health Observatory, which is an online collaboration between the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Commission, reports that for healthy adults it is generally safe to consume up to 21 grams of pure alcohol per day. This equals around one standard alcoholic beverage for women and two for men. Consuming more than this amount can increase the risk of long-term harmful effects such as certain types of cancer, cardiovascular disease and mental health problems.
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What is the maximum amount of alcohol consumption that is safe for human health, without causing any long-term negative effects?
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It is generally recommended that men and women should not drink more than 100g of pure alcohol (which is approximately equivalent to 35 units or 175ml of whiskey) per day, in order to maintain optimal health and minimize the risk of any harm. Women have a higher sensitivity to alcohol and are typically recommended to drink less than men. Drinking any amount of alcohol above this recommended limit carries an increased risk for developing certain illnesses, such as cardiomyopathy, stroke and certain forms of cancer. Additionally, excessive intake can damage the brain cells responsible for memory formation and other mental functions which could lead to permanent negative impact on health in the long-term.
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What is the maximum amount of alcohol consumption that is safe for human health, without causing any long-term negative effects?