The following components can potentially influence the amount of alcohol that is safe for someone to drink.
• Age
• Weight
• Concurrent use of other drugs, including both certain prescribed or over-the-counter medications
• General mental and physical health status
• Genetic influences
• Sex
Drinking in moderation can be up to 1 serving of alcohol per day for women and up to 2 servings per day for men. But daily drinking can be extremely harmful for an individual and may lead to addiction.