Alcohol Myths
We’ve explored the factual side of alcohol, but now it’s time to face the myths head-on! Can you tell the truth from the myth? Let’s clear up some common misconceptions.
- Alcohol Warms You Up
It’s often believed that alcohol can warm you up in cold weather. However, it actually lowers your core body temperature. It causes blood vessels to dilate, creating a temporary feeling of warmth but leading to a faster loss of body heat. - Coffee Sobers You Up
The idea that coffee can sober someone up is a common misconception. In reality, while coffee might make you feel more alert, it does not speed up the process of metabolizing alcohol. The body requires time to break down alcohol, and caffeine does not assist in this process. - Mixing Different Types of Alcohol Makes You More Drunk
Many people think that mixing different types of alcohol can make you drunker. The truth is, it’s the total amount of alcohol consumed that matters, not the variety. Mixing drinks might lead to faster consumption, but it’s the content that truly affects intoxication levels. - Eating Before Bed Reduces Hangovers
Eating before going to bed is often suggested as a way to prevent hangovers. While food can slow the absorption of alcohol, eating after heavy drinking won’t affect the hangover significantly. The key factors in hangover severity are the type and amount consumed. - Beer Before Liquor, Never Been Sicker; Liquor Before Beer, You’re in the Clear
This rhyme suggests that the order in which you drink beer and liquor affects how sick you get. The truth is, it’s the total amount of alcohol consumed that leads to sickness, not the order in which different types are consumed. Drinking responsibly is the best way to avoid feeling sick.
