Impact of Alcohol on Health

Question 1

The build-up of what product in the bloodstream causes intoxication?

Answer 1

Acetaldehyde.

Question 2

What are some of the diseases that alcohol may increase the risk of developing?

Answer 2

Cirrhosis
Cancers of mouth, esophagus, stomach and breast.
Stroke
High Blood Pressure
Heart Attack

Question 3

What is the largest cause of premature death in people between the ages of 15 and 29?

Answer 3

Binge drinking.

Question 4

What is the recommended safe level of consumption of alcohol for women?

Answer 4

Up to one drink per day.

Question 5

What is the recommended safe level of consumption of alcohol for men?

Answer 5

Up to two drinks per day.

Question 6

What is the definition of a drink for the recommended consumption levels?

Answer 6

Wine - 5 ounces
Beer - 12 ounces
Spirits - 1.5 ounces

Question 7

Who has the overall lowest mortality rates?

Answer 7

Moderate consumers of alcohol.

Question 8

What are some of the benefits of moderated alcohol consumption?

Answer 8

Reduced risk of dementia/Alzheimer’s.
Reduced risk of osteoporosis
Reduced risk of some cancers
Reduced risk of stroke.
Decreased risk of developing coronary heart disease (only significant in people at risk for developing the disease.

Question 9

What effect does alcohol have on blood pressure?

Answer 9

It raises it.

Question 10

For health reasons, when is it best to consume alcohol?

Answer 10

With meals, as it helps slow down its absorption, which is healthier for the liver, kidneys, heart and nervous system.