Safe Alcohol Consumption for Women: Guidelines to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

To minimize breast cancer risk, health guidelines recommend that women limit alcohol intake to no more than one standard drink per day. Even moderate alcohol consumption is linked to an increased risk of hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer. A standard drink is defined as 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of distilled spirits.

Women with a family history of breast cancer or other risk factors should discuss alcohol use with their healthcare provider.