Is one shot really equal to one beer?: Understanding the Truth Behind Standard Drinks
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According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a standard drink contains approximately 0.6 fluid ounces of pure alcohol.
But **is one shot really equal to one beer**, and what does this equivalency mean for your health? This common comparison is more complex than it seems, with significant factors influencing how alcohol impacts your body.