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June 18, 2025 – The U.S. government is expected to eliminate guidelines about long-standing recommendation that adults limit alcohol consumption to one or two drinks per day in what could be a major win for an industry threatened by heightened scrutiny of alcohol’s health effects. Guidelines do exist in countries like United Kingdom and Canada.
Even moderate drinking is linked to some health risks, such as a higher risk of breast cancer, though some studies have also found an association with possible health benefits, such as a lower risk of stroke.
The fourth source said that the scientific basis for recommending specific daily limits is limited, and the goal is to ensure the guidelines reflect only the most robust evidence.
The new guidelines, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, are closely watched internationally and influence policies ranging from school lunch programs to medical advice. Neither department responded to requests for comment.
