The possible consequences of excessive beer or wine consumption are sufficiently well known. Alcohol consumption of more than 80 grammes a day (80 grammes corresponds to 6 to 8 unit drinks, or two litres of beer) together with a poor diet can lead to liver cirrhosis. Below 80 grammes of pure alcohol a day, the risk of very serious physical problems is low. Of course drinking below this threshold can still take on dangerous proportions: inappropriate social behaviour, reduced self-control, fatigue, lapses in concentration, road and work accidents occur more frequently.

Moderate daily consumption with a possible beneficial effect on health must be kept slightly below the threshold value of 80 grammes per day. There is currently no consensus, however, on this maximum allowed daily quantity of alcohol.

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