What are some tips for cutting back on drinking alcohol?

Telling loved ones about your choice to cut back and avoiding tempting situations are two great ways to reduce alcohol consumption. Friends and family can keep you accountable when you're out at restaurants and bars, and avoiding temptation can help you build willpower and identify unhealthy drinking behavior.

If you don't know how much you drink, start by keeping a journal of when and how much you drink. Once you have a sense of your weekly alcohol consumption, you can cut back by spacing your drinks out throughout the night or drinking smaller quantities of alcohol. Many people drink more at home than they do when they go out, so make sure to keep an eye on how much you're drinking at home.