True. The UK drinking guidelines offer advice on levels and patterns of drinking using standard units as a reference ⁽³⁾. The UK Chief Medical Officers’ guideline for both men and women is not to drink more than 14 units of beer, wine, or spirits a week on a regular basis to minimise any health risks from alcohol. Understanding the concept of a unit can help you relate your own drinking to recommendations that are consistent with a balanced lifestyle. Drinking in excess of recommended guidelines may increase your risk of harm.