WHAT ABOUT THE BOOZE
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When we drink alcohol it damages every organ in the body. It can lead to heart disease, depression, erectile dysfunction and cancer. Then it can ruin relationships, friendships and even make you a scary unpredictable Dad and partner. Our country is known as a land of drink and sport, and the two have gone together for years. But look at the hurt that has been caused to families by excessive drinking, it may even have happened in your own family.
HOW DO I NOT DRINK ALCOHOL
HOW TO SAY "NO" AND STAY SOBER
Eat before you go
Don't eat bar snacks as they are salty
S O D A
ALCOHOL HAS CONSIDERABLE TOXIC EFFECTS ON THE DIGESTIVE AND CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
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Only one drink an hour
BE THE SOBER DRIVER REDUCE THE STRENGTH OF WHAT YOU DRINK MAKE EVERY SECOND GLASS WATER
World Health Organisation
REASONS TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY OR SAY NO. • When you drink too much, you risk missing out on the good times with family and friends. • No one likes being around someone who has had too much to drink, especially our kids - think of them. • Swap your next drink for water. • Swap your next drink for food. • Skip the next round. • Look out for your mates, be the sober driver.
Alcoholics Anonymous The only requirement for member- ship is a desire to stop drinking. Alcohol Drug Helpline 0800 787 797 12 Steps NZ 12 Step Plan Salvation Army NZ Alcohol and Drug addiction services. 0800 530 000 AI-Anon Family Groups NZ Support for family and friends. 0508 425 2666
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