Find out how many units are in your drinks, to help you stick to your limits.
Did You Know?
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a pint of beer (ABV 4 per cent) contains two units of alcohol
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a double gin and tonic contains two units of alcohol
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a pint of cider (ABV 5.3 per cent) contains three units
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a 250ml glass of wine (ABV 12 per cent) contains three units
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a pint of lager (ABV 5.2 per cent) contains three units
And did you know that if women regularly exceed two to three units a day, or men three to four units, it could add up to a serious health problem?
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Units - They All Add Up
Visit the NHS Know Your Units campaign website to help you understand how many units are in your favourite drinks and help you to keep an eye on your intake for the good of your long-term health.
Glass sizes have grown larger and the strength of many wines and beers has increased, so it is no wonder some of us have lost track of our alcohol consumption.
Uncover the Hidden Effects of Alcohol
Excessive alcohol consumption is proven to play a significant role in the development of numerous diseases, including several cancers, heart disease and stroke.
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Men could be four times more likely to have high blood pressure and to develop cancers of the mouth and throat.
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Women could be three times more likely to suffer a stroke and develop breast cancer and other cancers
Order a Free Information Pack from the NHS
Would you like to find out about the hidden health harms associated with drinking above the recommended daily limit and get suggestions on how to drink less?
Order your free information pack from the NHS or get hints and tips by text or email. Just fill in the online form on the NHS website or call 0300 123 1087.
You are at: www.eastbourne.gov.uk/units