Alcohol Units Explained: How Much Are You Really Drinking?

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Alcohol Units Explained: How Much Are You Really Drinking?

"I only had two drinks" means very different things depending on what's actually in your glass β€” and most people, including some reaching for GreenKare LiverCare Pro the next morning, genuinely underestimate how many standard units they consumed. Let's do the actual maths.

🍺 What actually counts as one standard drink

Can of beer (330ml, ~5% ABV)~1.3 units
Glass of wine at a bar (175ml, ~13% ABV)~2.3 units
Single shot of spirits (30ml, ~40% ABV)~1.2 units
Pint of beer (568ml, ~5% ABV)~2.8 units
Cocktail (varies, often 1.5-2 shots)~2-3 units
"Just 2 drinks" (pint + cocktail)Often 5+ units

Bar and restaurant pours in Singapore are often larger than the "standard" measures used to calculate units, meaning a casual "two drinks" night out can easily add up to what guidelines would consider a much heavier session than it feels like in the moment.

πŸ’¬ Did your actual unit count surprise you?

Add up a typical night out using the table above β€” higher than you expected, or about what you assumed? Share in the comments.

Quick tip: Health guidelines in many countries suggest no more than 14 units a week for adults, spread across several days with some alcohol-free days β€” tracking your actual units for just one week (rather than just counting "drinks") is often eye-opening.

Supporting your liver with realistic numbers in mind

Once you know your actual unit intake, daily liver support makes more sense as part of the picture. GreenKare LiverCare Pro combines Triple Turmeric Extract, kudzu, and rhodiola to support liver function as an everyday habit alongside more mindful drinking.

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The bottom line

"A couple of drinks" often adds up to more standard units than it feels like, especially with generous bar pours. Knowing your actual numbers is the first step toward more mindful drinking, and daily support like GreenKare LiverCare Pro can be part of the routine either way.

This article is for general health information only and isn't a substitute for medical advice.

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