22. Alcohol and Health

Question 1

The by-product produced when alcohol is metabolized in the liver

Answer 1

Acetaldehyde

Question 2

Defined as consuming large amounts of alcohol one or two nights a week, is one of the leading causes of death among young people

Answer 2

Binge Drinking

Question 3

USDA recommends ____ drink per day for women

Answer 3

One

Question 4

USDA recommends ____ drink per day for men

Answer 4

Two

Question 5

The definition of “one serving” of wine at 12% - 14% abv is

Answer 5

5 ounces/150ml

Question 6

Alcohol _____ blood pressure

Answer 6

Increases

Question 7

Excessive amounts of alcohol can lead to _______, a condition where fat accumulates within the cells of the liver

Answer 7

fatty liver

Question 8

A nonreversible liver condition that can result from excessive alcohol consumption

Answer 8

Cirrhosis

Question 9

A beneficial phenolic compound found in red wine that has been shown to have anti aging and disease fighting properties

Answer 9

Resveratrol