The alcohol contained in alcoholic beverages is called ethyl alcohol, aka ethanol.

Drunkenness occurs when alcohol impairs brain function through intoxication.

Hangover severity is directly proportional to the level of intoxication.

Your body mainly burns alcohol in the liver.

Alcohol risk limits are defined in terms of daily or weekly servings of alcohol.

Even moderate alcohol users can suffer from the harmful effects of alcohol and alcohol-related illness.

Being tipsy is mild alcohol poisoning.

There are many ways to successfully cut down on or quit alcohol consumption.

Alcohol affects the body that counteract the benefits of exercise and lead to poor performance in sport.

Alcohol can itself cause depression and related symptoms. Alcohol is not, therefore, an antidepressant.

Alcoholic beverages may contain substances that can cause allergies and hypersensitivity.

The right beverage crowns a good meal or evening out. And there’s one that beats all the rest – pure water.