Alcohol is absorbed in the bloodstream through the walls of the stomach and small intestine. About 5% to 10% of alcohol are being eliminated from the body through urination, perspiration and exhalation of air, the rest is metabolized in the liver, where it is converted to acetate. About 15% of the acetate is used by the body to form proteins, carbohydrates, and fats; the rest is used as a source of energy and is later expelled as water and carbon dioxide. Metabolism of alcohol is affected by different factors

Like; body weight, age, sex, and the presence of drugs in the body, and food in the stomach. The person will become intoxicated when the rate of consumption exceeds the rate of metabolism. There is about 100 calories in ½ ounce (15ml) of alcohol.

Negative Effect of Alcohol in the Body :

• Alcohol does not contain vitamins, trace minerals or important proteins.
• Alcohol can depress the appetite by inhibiting the secretion of gastric juices in the stomach.
• Alcohol depletes the body of vitamin B3 (niacin) and B1 (thiamine), by interfering with their absorbion.
• Alcohol causes the pancreas to produce excessive amount of insulin, which can sometimes lead to hypoglycemia or low blood sugar.

It is recommended that drugs should not be taken with alcohol or while there is an alcohol present in the blood.

The consumption of alcohol can produce an after effect called hangover, it is due to chemicals in alcohol that lingers in the body.

Symptoms of Hangover :

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue and irritability