Standard drink
Standard drink is a unit of measurement for alcohol. It is used to quantify the amount of pure alcohol (ethanol) contained in a beverage. The concept of a standard drink varies from country to country, depending on the national health authority's guidelines.
Definition[edit | edit source]
A standard drink is a measure of alcohol consumption representing a hypothetical beverage which contains a specified amount of pure alcohol. The standard drink is used in many countries to quantify alcohol intake. It is usually expressed in grams or milliliters of pure alcohol.
International definitions[edit | edit source]
The definition of a standard drink varies significantly from country to country. For example, in the United States, a standard drink contains 14 grams (0.6 ounces) of pure alcohol. This is roughly equivalent to 1.2 tablespoons. In contrast, in the United Kingdom, a standard drink, also known as a unit of alcohol, contains 8 grams (0.3 ounces) of pure alcohol.
Health implications[edit | edit source]
The concept of a standard drink is used in alcohol research and health education. It provides a consistent measure of alcohol consumption, allowing comparisons across different types of alcoholic beverages. However, it is important to note that the actual amount of alcohol consumed can vary greatly depending on the size and strength of the drink.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Alcohol by volume
- Alcohol equivalence
- Alcohol and health
- Alcohol laws of the United States
- Alcohol units
- Alcoholism
- Blood alcohol content
- Drinking culture
- Short-term effects of alcohol consumption
- Long-term effects of alcohol consumption
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