Alcohol consumption

If someone is concerned about their alcohol consumption or its effects, seeking advice from a healthcare professional is recommended.

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Table of ContentsAlcohol absorption by the digestive systemAlcohol metabolismAlcohol absorption on an empty stomach How it affects the body What can you do when left with a glass of alcohol in hand and an empty stomach?ConclusionSuggested Reading Most of the alcohol we drink is absorbed in the small intestine. When we consume alcohol on an empty stomach, the small intestine rapidly absorbs the alcohol into the bloodstream. The presence of food slows down the rate of alcohol absorption,

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Consumption of seven or more units of alcohol per week is associated with higher iron levels in the brain, according to a study of almost 21,000 people publishing July 14 in the open access journal PLOS Medicine. Iron accumulation in the brain has been linked with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases and is a potential mechanism for alcohol-related cognitive decline.

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It's no secret that alcohol consumption can cause major health problems, including cirrhosis of the liver and injuries sustained in automobile accidents. But if you think liver disease and car crashes are the only health risks posed by drinking, think again: Researchers have linked alcohol consumption to more than 60 diseases.