Learn how alcohol impacts heart health and what happens to your ticker when you cut down on your consumption.

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Amy Davis, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian atFRESH Communications.

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Long-term excessive alcohol consumption can also contribute to diseases of the pancreas and evencancer.

And then, of course, alcohol can significantly impact heart health.

What is moderate drinking?

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Amy Davis, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian atFRESH Communications.

Whats more, moderating your booze intake can result in some serious heart health benefits.

Healthier mixers also come into play here.

), or sugar-free sparkling waters.

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This can look like watering down hard liquor, premixed cocktails, or wine (think spritzers).

There are so many ways to connect with your loved ones that require no alcohol whatsoever.

Biddinger, K. J., Emdin, C. A., Haas, M. E., et al.

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Amy Davis, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian atFRESH Communications.

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