Six myths about alcohol that are better off dispelled
Many a mystery lies hidden in your glass of golden ale, and not
everything you hear about it is true. Presenting six myths about alcohol
that are better off dispelled.
Mixing drinks will make you tipsier
Alcohol is alcohol, whether you get it from beer, wine, hard liquor or a cocktail. Drunkenness does not depend on the accompanying compounds but the quantity of alcohol you drink. But don't get bottle-happy yet - mixing drinks could still cause a major stomach upset.
Alcohol has the same effect on everybody
There are many physical factors -- ranging from body weight, metabolism and body chemistry -- that affect a person's reaction to alcohol. Also, it has been scientifically proven that women get drunk faster than men. So, slow down, ladies!
A cold shower or a cup of coffee can sober you up
Time is the only factor that can remove alcohol from your body. A shower or a cup of coffee may prevent you from feeling sleepy, but they can't prepare you for the board meet ahead.
Beer is less intoxicating than other alcoholic beverages
Though beer has a lower percentage of alcohol than its harder counterparts such as whisky, rum or vodka, you are likely to get as intoxicated if you binge on it. And, weight-watchers beware! Beer has a higher calorie count.
Those who can "hold their liquor" stand a lower risk
Your ability to remain in control despite getting drunk does not mean that your body can handle alcohol better. It only shows that you have developed a tolerance for alcohol and are more likely to become dependent on it.
Eating a big meal before drinking will keep you sober
Drinking on a full stomach will only delay the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, not prevent it. Eating before you drink is not a defence against getting drunk - why don't you try kicking the bottle instead?
Alcohol is alcohol, whether you get it from beer, wine, hard liquor or a cocktail. Drunkenness does not depend on the accompanying compounds but the quantity of alcohol you drink. But don't get bottle-happy yet - mixing drinks could still cause a major stomach upset.
Alcohol has the same effect on everybody
There are many physical factors -- ranging from body weight, metabolism and body chemistry -- that affect a person's reaction to alcohol. Also, it has been scientifically proven that women get drunk faster than men. So, slow down, ladies!
A cold shower or a cup of coffee can sober you up
Time is the only factor that can remove alcohol from your body. A shower or a cup of coffee may prevent you from feeling sleepy, but they can't prepare you for the board meet ahead.
Beer is less intoxicating than other alcoholic beverages
Though beer has a lower percentage of alcohol than its harder counterparts such as whisky, rum or vodka, you are likely to get as intoxicated if you binge on it. And, weight-watchers beware! Beer has a higher calorie count.
Those who can "hold their liquor" stand a lower risk
Your ability to remain in control despite getting drunk does not mean that your body can handle alcohol better. It only shows that you have developed a tolerance for alcohol and are more likely to become dependent on it.
Eating a big meal before drinking will keep you sober
Drinking on a full stomach will only delay the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, not prevent it. Eating before you drink is not a defence against getting drunk - why don't you try kicking the bottle instead?
