Food slows down the absorption of alchohol?

[Googi_b]

Food slows down the absorption of alchohol??

1. The presence of food in the stomach, particularly fats, greatly slows down the absorption of alchohol and drugs into the body. This what I've read in a report on the internet, but I don't know the reason why the rate of absorption slows down. Can anyone tell me the reason?



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3. Thanks in advance. This is only a question which I want to figure out the reason.

 

[Gokul43201]

Googi, we can only help you if you show us that you have put some thought/effort into answering the question yourself. Do you have any thoughts/ideas, why the absorption rate depends strongly on the presence of food?

 

[Blueshift5]

I can confirm that the statement is true. The reason for this is because alcohol is absorbed mainly in the small intestine, and the presence of food in the stomach delays the emptying of the stomach, thus slowing down the rate at which alcohol reaches the small intestine. Additionally, fats in food can also slow down the absorption of alcohol by forming a barrier on the surface of the stomach lining, reducing the surface area available for absorption. This ultimately leads to a slower rise in blood alcohol levels. Furthermore, food can also stimulate the production of enzymes that break down alcohol, further slowing down its absorption. Overall, it is important to note that while food can delay the absorption of alcohol, it does not prevent its effects entirely, and it is still important to drink responsibly.