Limit alcohol consumption
Moderation is key! Either do not drink alcohol or only consume alcohol not more than one standard alcoholic drink a day, which is a can of beer (330ml), half a glass (100ml) of wine or 1 nip (30ml) of spirit.
DID YOU KNOW? Alcohol contains a lot of calories. One gram of alcohol provides 7 calories. If you drink alcohol regularly, do not be surprised if you start having a classic beer belly. - 1 can (330 ml) of beer — 142kcal
- Half glass (100ml) of wine (height of glass = 15cm) — 68kcal
- 1 nip (30ml) of hard liquor — 61kcal
Generally, the average daily recommended caloric intake for a woman is 1800 calories
(1) but could vary for each individual based on her age, weight and activity level etc. |
Excessive alcohol intake is harmful. It can lead to obesity and is associated with the following health risks such as cancer of the mouth, throat and oesophagus; liver diseases (such as hardening of liver); brain damage and memory loss [2].
Take Charge ✓ I want to drink less alcohol. How can I do that? - To quench your thirst, drink some water first.
- Finish your drink before topping up your glass.
- Alternate alcoholic drinks with water or non-alcoholic drinks.
- Keep a few alcohol-free days each week.
- Avoid eating salty snacks – they can make you thirsty and encourage you to drink more.
To learn more about the dangers of binge drinking, visit
https://www.healthhub.sg/live-healthy/616/Binge%20drinking%20dangers |
