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What happens if you drank alcohol in moderation for a really long time?

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Nothing if mederatio: Drinking in moderation does not have any ill effects in healthy people, and it may have some beneficial effects on heart.Moderation is less than 14 drink units a week and for women 7 drinks a week a unit is a glass of wine, a bottle of beer or a small measure of spirit.

Answered 3/24/2018

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