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4 Tips for Safe Drinking During Holiday Celebrations

You may like to let loose sometimes, but it’s always important to practice safe drinking habits.

Sophia KellerMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Sophia Keller | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Published on November 28, 2023

After a long year, many people want to relax and celebrate when the holidays come around. The problem is that it’s easy to get a little carried away when it comes to drinking. Typically men should have no more than two drinks a night, with women being around one drink a night. Binge drinking is considered four to five drinks in one sitting. This holiday season, protect yourself and others by practicing safe drinking.

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