How Many Beers Per Day Is Heavy Drinking? Understanding the Health Risks
                                
                                
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                                According to official guidelines from health authorities like the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), heavy drinking is more than four drinks on any day for men and more than three for women. This article explains exactly how many beers per day is heavy drinking and outlines the potential health consequences.