• Anyone under the age of 21. It is illegal in all states. In addition, the likelihood of becoming a problem drinker or alcoholic is greatly increased for people who begin drinking as teenagers.(1)

• Women who are trying to conceive, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.(2)

• Anyone using certain prescription or over-the counter medications.(3)

• Those who cannot restrict their drinking to responsible levels.(4)

• People who are chemically dependent or are recovering alcoholics.(5)

• Anyone under legal restrictions for drinking.(6)

• People who have been advised by their physician to refrain from
  consuming alcohol.(7)

1. National Research Council and Institute of Medicine (2003). Reducing Underage Drinking: A Collective Responsibility. Committee on Developing a Strategy to Reduce Underage    Drinking, Richard J. Bonnie and Mary Ellen O'Connell, Editors.
2. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005.
3. Ibid.
4. Ibid.
5. Ibid.
6. Ibid.
7. Ibid.

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