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Alcohol Unit Calculator

Calculate your weekly alcohol consumption in UK units and grams of pure alcohol — with risk category per WHO, NHS and DHS guidelines, plus calorie and cost estimates.

Drinks per week

Beer

e.g. 500 ml lager, 5%

2.5 units each

Wine

e.g. 175 ml red wine, 12%

2.1 units each

Spirits

e.g. 40 ml whisky, 40%

1.6 units each

Cocktails

e.g. 200 ml, 15%

3.0 units each

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Results

UK units / week

0.0

Grams pure alcohol / week

0g

Calories / week

0kcal

Risk level

No consumption

Not drinking is the healthiest choice.

Comparison with national guidelines

UK NHS14 units / week (both sexes)
0.0 of 14 units (within)
DE DHS10.5 units/wk women · 21 units/wk men
0.0 of 21 units (within)
US NIAAA12.25 units/wk women · 24.5 units/wk men
0.0 of 24.5 units (within)

Health effects

Liver

Regular alcohol consumption stresses the liver. From ~30g/day (women) or ~60g/day (men) the risk of fatty liver and cirrhosis rises significantly.

Cancer risk

Alcohol is a class 1 carcinogen (IARC). No level of consumption is entirely risk-free. Risk increases linearly with the amount consumed.

Cardiovascular

Regular consumption above guideline limits raises blood pressure, increases arrhythmia risk, and raises stroke risk.

Sleep & recovery

Alcohol impairs sleep quality, suppresses REM sleep, and increases daytime fatigue even after moderate consumption.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. No alcohol is safer than any consumption. If you have concerns about your drinking, speak to a doctor or a support service (e.g. UK Drinkline: 0300 123 1110).

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What is an alcohol unit? UK units, grams of pure alcohol, WHO risk categories and comparison with DHS, NHS and NIAAA guidelines explained.