The association between drinking and telomere length, however, seemed to only be significant for those who would drink more than 17 units per week.
How much is 17 units?
Each single measurement of spirit, such as vodka, is equivalent to one unit.
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Thus, 17 single drinks of any spirit, spread across the week, would equate to 17 units.
One bottle of wine, for example, is typically equivalent to 10 units, so units really can easily add up.
Source: Daily Express
