There have been a number of studies looking at the relationship between alcohol and heart disease. The effect on each individual is different however the overall view is that the health consequences of alcohol are detrimental.
Heart health and alcohol
Excessive alcohol intake can have a direct effect on heart health and alcohol from regular or heavy drinking may lead to the heart increasing in size.
The link between alcohol and heart disease may be more secondary in that regular alcohol intake can lead to weight gain.
If you perform your assessment then this will tell you the additional risk of you having heart disease that comes from your lifestyle.
For those individuals taking alcohol excessively the risks for diabetes and hypertension are also increased in addition to the risk of alcohol and heart disease.
If you need help with excessive alcohol use then visit www.aa.org/ | 
