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Drink less alcohol
Alcohol can worsen heart failure. If you have been told not to drink – DON’T. If you have been told that you can have alcohol, you should keep your consumption to a minimum. You should not drink more than 2-3 units per day if you’re a man, or 1-2 units per day if you’re a woman. One unit of alcohol is equivalent to:
• Half a pint of beer
• A small glass of wine (125mls)
• A small measure of spirit (25mls)
If you are unwell the Nurse may ask you to limit your fluid intake and will give guidance on this.
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