» Men's health » Is there a safe amount of alcohol for men?
For most adults, moderate alcohol use — up to two drinks per day for men seems safe. (One drink equals one 12-ounce bottle of beer or wine cooler, one 5-ounce glass of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.)
You shouldn't drink at all though if you:
plan to drive or engage in other activities that require alertness and skill (such as driving and using high-speed machinery)
take certain over-the-counter or prescription medications (ask your health care provider or pharmacist if it is safe to drink alcohol while taking them)
have a health problem that can be made worse by drinking
