The alcohol industry always reminds consumers to “Drink Responsibly” with no guidelines. Let’s start the conversation on “Responsible Drinking” and begin to define what is responsible drinking. For adults who choose to consume alcohol, moderation—as defined by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005—means drinking up to one drink per day for women or two drinks per day for men.  The recommended limits for number of drinks: On any day, never more than 3 for women or 4 for men.  In a typical week, no more than 7 for women or 14 for men.  For more information contact Phil Duket, Drug Free Communities Support Project, pduket@excel.net.