Mindrink articles

Short pieces on alcohol, habits and balance. Learn more about how Mindrink works or check our methodology for the science behind our calculations.

How much alcohol is too much? Understanding weekly consumption

Explains how alcohol guidelines work and why "too much" depends on patterns, context, and individual differences.

How alcohol guidelines are created (and why they differ by country)

Explains where alcohol guidelines come from and why different countries recommend different limits.

What counts as a drink? Understanding alcohol units and standard drinks

A simple guide to understanding alcohol units, with examples for beer, wine, and spirits. Learn how Mindrink calculates units and why it matters for awareness.

Am I drinking too much? How to reflect on your habits without judgment

Awareness vs guilt, small adjustments, and the long-term benefits of tracking. Why even moderate drinkers benefit from understanding their patterns.

Should I worry about my drinking if I feel fine?

Explores why many people question their drinking habits even when nothing feels "wrong".

Why weekly drinking patterns matter more than single drinking days

Explains why looking at patterns over time gives more insight than focusing on individual days.

Occasional heavy drinking vs regular drinking: what's the difference?

Looks at different drinking patterns and why they feel different, without labeling them as good or bad.

How to track alcohol consumption (without turning it into a rulebook)

Introduces alcohol tracking as a way to gain clarity rather than impose rules or restrictions.

Best alcohol tracking apps: what to look for (and why simplicity matters)

Compares different alcohol tracking approaches and explains what actually helps over time.