Nutrition
Weekly Alcohol Budget
A weekly alcohol budget caps total standard drinks per seven days—clustering intake intentionally instead of nightly default pours.
A weekly alcohol budget caps total standard drinks across seven days—common harm-reduction targets sit near seven or fewer for many adults, with lower caps for sleep-sensitive athletes. Banking drinks for Saturday works only if Tuesday does not quietly borrow from the same pool.
Pair the budget with alcohol-free days so units cluster intentionally, not by accident.
Common questions
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Should athletes use the same weekly cap as general guidance?
Many active people choose fewer units—often three to five—and protect the two nights before key sessions. Sleep and HRV response should drive the cap as much as public health averages.
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