Factors Influencing Health Status: Alcohol U3 AOS1 Flashcards
How does alcohol contribute to weight gain and obesity?
Alcohol contains kilojoules (energy), which can increase the risk of weight gain and obesity.
Why is obesity a concern related to alcohol consumption?
Obesity increases the risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and some cancers.
How can alcohol increase the risk of cancer?
When alcohol is metabolized, it produces a chemical that damages DNA, leading to cancerous tumors in organs like the mouth, throat, stomach, bowel, liver, and breast.
How does excessive alcohol consumption affect the liver?
It causes inflammation and scarring (cirrhosis), increasing the risk of chronic liver disease and liver cancer.
Why does alcohol increase the risk of injuries?
It impairs judgment and motor control, leading to falls, road accidents, and other injuries.
What is the impact of alcohol consumption during pregnancy?
It can cause premature birth, low birth weight, and foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD).
What is foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)?
A condition caused by alcohol exposure in the womb, leading to developmental and cognitive impairments in the baby.
