11/02/2025
I hope everyone had a great Halloween 👻
Let’s talk about alcohol 🍺 and the side effects
As some of you know I don’t drink alcohol 🍺
I’ll tell you why ….
The time it takes for alcohol to leave your system depends on several factors, including your weight, metabolism, and the amount of alcohol you consumed.
On average, your body can process about one standard drink per hour.
-Factors That Affect Alcohol Metabolism
- *Weight*: Heavier individuals tend to process alcohol faster due to higher blood volume.
- *Metabolism*: Your metabolic rate can influence how quickly your body breaks down alcohol.
- *Genetics*: Genetic differences can affect how efficiently your body metabolizes alcohol.
- *Food intake*: Drinking on an empty stomach can lead to quicker absorption, while eating slows it down.
Detection Times
- *Blood*: Up to 12 hours
- *Breath*: 12-24 hours.
- *Urine*: 12-48 hours, or longer with advanced testing.
- *Saliva*: Up to 12 hours.
- *Hair*: Up to 90 days.
Is It Bad for You?
Alcohol can have both short-term and long-term effects on your health. Short-term effects can include impaired judgment, coordination, and reaction time, while long-term effects can include liver damage, heart problems, and an increased risk of certain cancers.
The risks of drinking too much are significant, and can include liver damage, cardiovascular diseases, and an increased risk of cancer.