The chances are that when the drink starts flowing you will quickly forget about your limits during the holiday season. It’s wise to stick with a responsible friend who will make sure you won’t get so intoxicated that you will find yourself being sick over a taxi driver or beloved family member later on.

It’s a well-known fact that eating before you drink alcohol can reduce the rate at which you become intoxicated. This is because the food helps soak up the alcohol which is shooting around your circulatory system. If it helps then you should ideally eat during and after your night out too in order to reduce the negative effects.

One of the key’s to responsible drinking is that you should only drink when you really want to. Don’t accept another vodka shot with orange just because your friend, who is laughing hysterically at nothing, is trying to force it down your neck. Consider alternating alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic ones to quench your thirst too.

Your responsible drinking regime can be enhanced by taking your drink slowly. Have you ever noticed how a glass of water can last for hours? Well you should be aiming to do this with alcohol too, because your stomach can quickly fill and your purse can quickly empty if you decide to throw drinks down your neck.