Tag: Weekend drinking

A standard 750ml bottle of wine contains approximately five standard drinks, exceeding the recommended daily limits for both men and women. The question of whether a bottle of wine every weekend is too much hinges on understanding official health guidelines and the difference between total intake and drinking patterns.

According to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, heavy drinking sessions can contribute to increased weight gain over time. So, will a weekend of drinking ruin my diet? The short answer is yes, it absolutely can, but the impact depends on several key factors beyond just the extra calories.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), binge drinking—consuming four or more drinks for women or five or more for men on one occasion—is a common and harmful pattern of excessive alcohol use. A weekend habit of six beers can easily fall into this category, carrying significant, often underestimated, health implications.