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Sunday, November 20, 2011

Bupa survey reveals Brits are in denial about drinking habits


BRITS are more than twice as likely to drink every day as our foreign neighbours, with experts warning we're in denial about our alcohol consumption.

A survey of 12 countries revealed that Brits are 41 per cent more likely to drink alcohol than other nations.

We're also twice as likely to describe ourselves as "regular drinkers," with one in 10 Brits admitting that they drink every day - more than double the international average.

Despite links between excess boozing and life-threatening health conditions, the survey also showed a third of Brits said they don't want to cut back on drink. > > > > Read More