Charlie Sloth

Charlie Sloth

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Radio 1

1Xtra's Drinking Experiment

Dev volunteered for 1Xtra's drinking experiment, to take a look at the short-term effects of binge-drinking.

Every day for three weeks, Dev consumed 8-10 units of alcohol, more than double the daily recommended amount for men.

Was he able to handle it? Check out his video diaries below to see how he got on.

Video blog: Results


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Video blog: Final day





Video blog: Week 3


The alcohol is affecting Dev's mood.



Video blog: Week 2


Dev's got tonsillitis and is finding it hard to drink.



Video blog: Week 1


Dev tries overproof rum for the first time.



Dev's medical


Dev has a medical ahead of the experiment... how fit is he?

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Related links:

See pics | Dev home | Aled's diary| Radio 1 & 1Xtra's drinking experiment

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