The "1-2-3 rule" can help you cut down on drinking, especially in social settings. Related Video"Cutting it out entirely often leads to the cycle of restricting alcohol and then binging alcohol," Metzelaar told Business Insider. To make alcohol moderation less vague, some people follow the "1-2-3 rule," a rough guideline on how much to drink each day. ADSet an intention before drinkingMetzelaar said guidelines like the 1-2-3 rule can help some people stick to a plan. That can help them know when they're more tempted to go over the 1-2-3 rule.

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