The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Most Replayed Moment: Is There A Safe Amount Of Alcohol? What Happens To The Body When You Drink!
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Feb 6, 2026 
Sarah Wakeman, a physician and Medical Director focused on addiction and alcohol-related harm. She debunks myths about a “safe” single drink and explains how common pours exceed guidelines. She outlines links between alcohol and cancer, liver damage and limits to regeneration. She also covers binge versus chronic use and alcohol’s effects across organs including the brain.
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Apparent Wine Benefits Were A Statistical Artefact
- Early studies misclassified non-drinkers, creating a false impression that moderate drinking is protective.
- When compared to very-light drinkers the health 'benefit' of moderate drinking largely disappears.
Measure Drinks By Units, Not Glasses
- Know what a 'drink' actually is and count units rather than glasses.
- Keep weekly intake below recommended units to stay in the lower-risk category and avoid frequent overpouring.
No Safe Amount For Some Cancers
- Even drinking within 'low-risk' weekly limits raises the risk of some cancers.
- Breast and esophageal cancers show increased risk even at low consumption levels.