How Much Alcohol Does It Take to Raise Your Cancer Risk?

3. Heavy Drinking and Cancer

Heavy drinking, defined as four or more drinks a day, significantly raises the risk of cancers like liver, stomach, and pancreas. A meta-analysis found heavy drinkers have over twice the risk of liver and gallbladder cancer compared to non-drinkers. Binge drinking also poses health risks, although its specific cancer impact requires further research.