How many units are in your drink?

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We know that units can be confusing and sometimes it can be hard to know exactly how much alcohol you are consuming. Understanding units is key to keeping track of how much you’re drinking and staying within the low-risk guidelines of 14 units a week, as recommended by the UK’s Chief Medical Officers.

Use our Unit and Calorie Calculator below to see how many units are in your usual drinks.

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